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The diagram shown the path of four `alpha`-particles of the same energy being scattered by the nucleus of an atom simutaneously. Which of these are/is not physically possible ?

A

(a)3 and 4

B

(b)2 and 2

C

(c)1 and 4

D

(d)4 only

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The correct Answer is:
D
Alpha particle is positively charged. It cannot be attracted towards positively charged nucleus. Therefore, path of `alpha` particle 4 is not physically possible.
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