What does it mean if the $\alpha$-particle passes through the gold foil without any deviation?

  • A
    The atom is mostly empty space.
  • B
    The atom has a dense positive nucleus.
  • C
    The atom is a solid sphere.
  • D
    The atom has electrons distributed throughout.

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