The diameter of an atom is approximately MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The diameter of an atom is approximately
A. 10⁻¹⁰ m
B. 10⁻⁶ m
C. 10⁻³ m
D. 10⁻¹⁵ m
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Atomic diameter ~ 1 Å = 10⁻¹⁰ m. Nucleus is 10⁻¹⁵ m (femtometre). Atomic size determined by electron cloud. 10⁻⁶ m is typical cell size. 10⁻³ m is millimetre.

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