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A neutron which is going to collde head on to a stationary `H` atom has intial kinetic energy of `24.5 eV`. Discuss different possibilites of collsion.

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To analyze the collision of a neutron with a stationary hydrogen atom with an initial kinetic energy of 24.5 eV, we will consider different possibilities of collision. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Collision Types**: - The collision can be classified into three main types: perfectly elastic collision, inelastic collision (where energy is absorbed by the hydrogen atom), and perfectly inelastic collision. 2. **Perfectly Elastic Collision**: ...
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