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The maximum K.E.found in alpha particle ...

The maximum K.E.found in alpha particle of natural origin is 7.7MeV .Find the closest distance of approach for the gold nucleus.
Z=79 for gold
[Note : At closest distance of approach, kinetic energy is converted into potential energy]

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