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An alpha particle of energy 5 MeV is scattered through 180° by a fixed uranium nucleus. The distance of the closest approach is of the order of

a
10-15 cm
b
10-13 cm
c
10-12 cm
d
10-19 cm

detailed solution

Correct option is C

Use E=14πε0(Ze)(e)r0 5×1.6×10-13=9×109×2×92×1.6×10-192r0 r0=5.3×10-14m≈10-12cm

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