Select the correct statement regarding the Thompson and Rutherford models of the atom.

• A

  The atom in Thompson model is stable.
• B

  The atom in Rutherford model is stable.
• Correct answer
  C

  Using the Thompson model one cannot arrive at the approximate size of the atom.
• D

  Using the Rutherford model one can arrive at the approximate size of the atom.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.