Nuclear Physics Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Most alpha particles pass straight through gold foil undeflected
A
Most of the atoms is made of empty space
2
Q
Some alpha particles are deflected less than 90%
A
Nucleus is very small and dense
3
Q
Very few alpha particles are deflected >90°
A
Nucleus is positively charged to be able to deflect alpha particles
