Question: An alpha particle ( charge 2 e and mass 6 . 6 4 times 1 0 ^ 2 7 kg ) is shot towards

An alpha particle (charge 2e and mass 6.64\times 10^27 kg ) is shot towards a stationary gold nucleus (charge 79e). When the two particles are 10cm apart, the alpha particle moves with a speed of 1000m/s: a) The speed of the alpha particle when it is 1.00mm away from the gold nucleus. b) The distance of closest approach before the alpha particle bounces back.

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