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In the early 20th century, scattering experiments were carried out by directing high-speed alpha particles at thin metal foils. Which of the following could not be concluded from these experiments?
A. Most of the atoms are empty spaces.
B. The nucleus of the atom is positively charged.
C. There is a concentration of charge in the atom.
D. There is a concentration of mass in the atom.

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