In the Rutherford Scattering Experiment, an Alpha Particle Is Aimed

question 22

Multiple Choice

In the Rutherford scattering experiment, an alpha particle is aimed directly at a gold nucleus.The distance of closest approach of the alpha particle to the nucleus occurs when:

• A)the alpha particle hits the nucleus
• B)the alpha particle hits the electron cloud
• C)the kinetic energy of the alpha particle is completely transformed to potential energy due to the nuclear force
• D)the kinetic energy of the alpha particle is completely transformed to potential energy due to the electric field of the nucleus
• E)the kinetic energy of the alpha particle is completely transformed to potential energy due to the electric field of the electrons

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