for scattering by an inverse square law field (such as that produced by a
Channel: Doubtnut
Date: 2020-08-02

for scattering by an inverse square law field (such as that produced by a charged nucleus in Rutherford's model), the relation between impact parameter b and the scattering angle `theta` is given by  `b=(Ze^2 cot theta//2)/(4pi in_0(1/2mv^2))`   (a) What is the scattering angle for b=0?  (b) for given impact parameter, b, does the angle of deflection increase or decrease with increase in energy?   (c) What is the impact parameter at which the scattering angle is `90^@` for Z=79 and initial energy=10MeV?  (d) Why is it that the mass of the nucleus does not enter the formula above, but its charge does?  (e) for a given energy of the projectile, does the scattering angle increase or decrease with decrease in impact parameter?