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In scattering experiment, find the distance of closest approach, if a 6MeV α particle is used

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3.2×1016m
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2×1014m
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4.6×1015m
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3.2×1015m
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Solution

The correct option is D 2×1014m
The distance of closest approach is given us in under :
r0=14πϵ0×2×z×e2KE
given KE=6MeV
and assuming the nucleus to be heat of copper, then z=2q as d.e=1.6×1019C.
Substituting the values in the above equation and calculating we have
r0=2×1014m.

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