In the Rutherford scattering experiment, the minimum distance of approach for the alpha particle is given by

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In the Rutherford scattering experiment, the minimum distance of approach for the alpha particle is given by Eq. 29.1. Explain why this distance does not necessarily represent the nuclear radius. Is it larger or smaller than the nuclear radius?
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College Physics

ISBN: 978-0321601834

7th edition

Authors: Jerry D. Wilson, Anthony J. Buffa, Bo Lou

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