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When was the first proton discovered?
PhysicsAtomic physics
Quick Answer
The proton was identified in 1917 by Ernest Rutherford.
The Full Story
Ernest Rutherford identified the proton in 1917 through experiments on the nucleus. He showed that hydrogen nuclei were fundamental positive particles present in other atomic nuclei. The proton became a central building block of atomic theory and particle physics. Rutherford’s work helped transform the understanding of atomic structure in the early 20th century.
Key Facts
1.Identification year: 1917
2.Scientist: Ernest Rutherford
3.Proton is the hydrogen nucleus
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