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Rutherford scattering formula fails for ...

Rutherford scattering formula fails for very small scattering angles because

A

the kinetic energy of alpha particles is larger

B

the gold foil is very thin

C

the full nuclear charge of the target atom is partially screened by its electrons

D

all of these

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C
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