Geiger and Marsden carried out an experiment to investigate the structure of the atom. In this experiment,

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Geiger and Marsden carried out an experiment to investigate the structure of the atom. In this experiment, α-particles were scattered by a thin film of gold.

a. When Rutherford analysed their results, what conclusions did he draw about the distribution of mass and charge in the atom?

b. Describe and explain the experimental observations that led to these conclusions.

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Cambridge International AS And A Level Physics Coursebook

ISBN: 9781108859035

3rd Edition

Authors: David Sang, Graham Jones, Gurinder Chadha, Richard Woodside

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