Chapter 4, Problem 5E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given Dalton’s proposals, the one that is proved to be invalid is to be identified.

Concept introduction:

On the grounds of the law of mass conservation and definite proportion, John Dalton gave the atomic theory. The theory of Dalton says that:

• An element is made up of tiny particles whose decomposition occurs into smaller particles known as atoms.

• An element consists of same atoms which have the same characteristics.

• Atoms of various components combine to produce distinct compounds in distinct proportions.