Question

Which of the following may not be explained by Dalton’s atomic theory?

(a) reason for combining atoms

(b) conservation of mass

(c) chemical philosophy

(d) indivisible atoms

I had been asked this question during an interview.

Question is from Dalton’s Atomic Theory topic in portion Chemistry Basic Concepts of Chemistry – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) reason for combining atoms

Easiest explanation: Dalton’s atomic theory couldn’t explain the reason for combining atoms. This is one of the major limitations of Dalton’s atomic theory. Though it could explain the conservation of mass, indivisible atoms and definite proportions.