Answer:
As to the stability of the atom, Rutherford explained that the revolving electron is under the influence of two types of forces: (i) The electrostatic force of attraction between the nucleus and the electron and (ii) The centrifugal force directed away from the revolving electron. These two forces are equal and opposite and hence keep the electron in equilibrium in the path. This is the reason why electrons do not fall into the nucleus in spite of inward nuclear pull.
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