According to J.J Thomson, the atom can be divided into its subatomic particles i.e., electrons, protons and neutrons.

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Solution

The correct option is B False
According to J.J. Thomson,
1. An atom consists of a positively charged sphere with electrons embedded in it.
2. The positive and negative charges are equal in magnitude; hence the atom as a whole is electrically neutral.

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