Question

Which sentence correctly describes the position of electrons within an atom?

A. Electrons exist outside the nucleus in indistinct electron clouds

B. electrons orbit the nucleus in distinct circular paths 

c. electrons are attatched to the outside of the nucleus

 d. electrons orbit the nucleus in uniform concentric circles

Answer 1

Answer: B. electrons orbit the nucleus in distinct circular paths

Explanation: Electrons are found in shells or orbitals that surround the nucleus of an atom.