When $\alpha$-particles are sent through a thin metal foil,most of them go straight through the foil because

  • A
    $\alpha$-particles are much heavier than electrons
  • B
    $\alpha$-particles are positively charged
  • C
    most part of the atom is empty space
  • D
    $\alpha$-particles move with high velocity

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