David Sang and Graham Jones Solutions for Chapter: Atomic Structure and Particle Physics, Exercise 2: Questions

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Questions from David Sang and Graham Jones Solutions for Chapter: Atomic Structure and Particle Physics, Exercise 2: Questions with Hints & Solutions

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Physics for Cambridge International AS & A Level Coursebook 3rd Edition Digital Access>Chapter 15 - Atomic Structure and Particle Physics>Questions>Q 1

Rutherford's scattering experiments were done in an evacuated container. Explain why this is necessary.

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Physics for Cambridge International AS & A Level Coursebook 3rd Edition Digital Access>Chapter 15 - Atomic Structure and Particle Physics>Questions>Q 2

In Rutherford's experiment, α-particles were directed at a thin gold foil. A small fraction of the a-particles were back-scattered through 180°. Describe and explain how the fraction backscattered changes if each of the following changes are (separately) made.

(a) A thicker foil is used.

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Physics for Cambridge International AS & A Level Coursebook 3rd Edition Digital Access>Chapter 15 - Atomic Structure and Particle Physics>Questions>Q 2

In Rutherford's experiment, α-particles were directed at a thin gold foil. A small fraction of the a-particles were back-scattered through 180°. Describe and explain how the fraction backscattered changes if each of the following changes are (separately) made. Faster α-particles are used.

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Physics for Cambridge International AS & A Level Coursebook 3rd Edition Digital Access>Chapter 15 - Atomic Structure and Particle Physics>Questions>Q 2

In Rutherford's experiment, α-particles were directed at a thin gold foil. A small fraction of the a-particles were back-scattered through 180°. Describe and explain how the fraction backscattered changes if each of the following changes are (separately) made. A silver foil is used - a silver nucleus has less positive charge than a gold nucleus.