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Describe the Rutherford's alpha particle scattering experiment. What are the conclusions of this experiment.

A

Distance of closest approach is of the order of `10^(14)`m

B

At the distance of closest approach, the kinetic energy of the `alpha`- particle is transformed into electrostatic potential

C

The `alpha` - praticles moving towards the nucleus will stop and start retracing its path

D

Maximum number of a, particles went straight through metal foil

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A, B, C, D
Alpha particles are positively charged, Nuclues also positively charged. Most of the space of atom is empty.
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