Question

what was the source of alpha particles in Rutherford scattering experiment​

Answer 1

For the metal foil, they tested a variety of metals, but they preferred gold because they could make the foil very thin, as gold is very malleable. As a source of alpha particles.

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Answer 2

Answer:

He use a light which he used as the alpha particles.

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