Question
Question: The diagram shows the path of four α-particles of the same energy being scattered by the nucleus of ...
The diagram shows the path of four α-particles of the same energy being scattered by the nucleus of an atom simultaneously. Which of these are/is not physically possible.
A
3 and 4
B
2 and 3
C
1 and 4
D
4 only
Answer
4 only
Explanation
Solution
α-particles cannot be attracted by the nucleus.