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Who proposed the Rutherford Nuclear model?
Ernest Rutherford
What did the Rutherford Nuclear model conclude about the atom?
The atom consists of a small, dense, positively charged nucleus with electrons orbiting around it.
What was the major drawback of the Rutherford Nuclear model?
It couldn't explain the stability of the atom.
What is the equation for the force experienced by an alpha particle due to electrostatic repulsion as it approaches the nucleus?
$F = \frac{kZe^2}{r^2}$
What is the kinetic energy of an alpha particle at a distance $r$ from the nucleus?
$KE = \frac{kZe^2}{2r}$
What is the closest distance an alpha particle can approach the nucleus before it is turned back?
$r = \frac{kZe^2}{2E}$
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