Question

which statement belongs to daltons atomic theory? atoms have a massive, positively charged center. atoms cannot be created or destroyed. atoms can be broken down into smaller pieces. electrons are located in energy levels outside of the nucleus.

Explanation:

Dalton's atomic theory proposed that atoms are indivisible and indestructible. The law of conservation of mass is based on this idea. Atoms having a massive, positively - charged center is part of Rutherford's model. Atoms being breakable into smaller pieces and electrons in energy levels outside the nucleus are later discoveries beyond Dalton's theory.

Answer:

Atoms cannot be created or destroyed.