part a which of the following statements are consistent with rutherford's nuclear theory as it was originally stated? check all that apply. which of the following statements are consistent with rutherford's nuclear theory as it was originally stated?check all that apply. the nucleus of an atom is small compared to the size of the atom. the volume of an atom is mostly empty space. neutral lithium atoms contain more protons than electrons. neutral lithium atoms contain more neutrons than protons.