Question

1. In Rutherford alpha scattering experiment why only alpha is used ?
2. We know radioactive substances emits gama, alpha and beta particles then where does beta and gama particles goes when rutherford did his experiment by taking alpha
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Answer 1

1 because it carries positive charge and magnesium only shine when alpha rays fall on it

Answer 2

I think the lead box absorbs it and the remaining is alpha which is positive

we need it because the neuclus is positive

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