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why did rutherford select a gold foil in s or ray scattering experiment

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Answered by SameerKumble369
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It is because of the composition of gold atoms are different than all other atoms. Their composition is peculiar. Also, they are noble metals and also gold in early 1900s was easy to get
Answered by Anonymous
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Rutherford selected a gold foil for his experiment as he wanted a very thin layer and gold is highly malleable.

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