Q. In Rutherford scattering experiment, what will be the correct angle for $\alpha$ scattering for an impact parameter $b = 0$
A) $90{^\circ}$
B) $270{^\circ}$
C) $0{^\circ}$
D) $180{^\circ}$
Explanation
(d) Impact parameter $b \propto \cot\frac{\theta}{2}$
Here $b = 0$, hence $\theta = 180{^\circ}$
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