Physics 4.1.7 Flashcards
1
Q
What was Expected from the Rutherford Scattering Experiment?
A
That the Alpha Particles would mostly go Straight Through the Gold Foil.
2
Q
What was Actually Observed in the Rutherford Scattering Experiment? (3)
A
-Most of the Alpha Particles Passed Straight Through the Foil.
-Some of the Alpha Particles Changed Direction, but continued Through the Foil.
-A Few of the Alpha Particles Bounced Back Off the Gold Foil.
3
Q
What Model was Proposed by Rutherford following his Experiment?
A
The Nuclear Model.
