Question

What is Limitations of Rutherford Model?

Answer

Limitations of Rutherford Model - There are 3 main limitations of Rutherford model: (i) The arrangement of electrons in a circular path was not defined. (ii) His model failed to explain the stability of atoms. (iii) Any particle that is moving in a circular path would undergo acceleration and radiates energy. Thus, the revolving electron would lose energy and finally fall into the nucleus.