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A-LevelPhysicsNuclear physics9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2020 · Q381 Mark

Two alpha-particles with the same kinetic energy are moving towards, and are then deflected by, a gold nucleus. [Figure showing a gold nucleus and alpha-particles] Which diagram could show the paths of the two alpha-particles?

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A[Diagram A option]
B[Diagram B option]
C[Diagram C option]
D[Diagram D option]

✓ Correct answer

D: [Diagram D option]

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Nuclear physics, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Feb/Mar 2020 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 38.

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