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LoBun
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with the use of the conservation of momentum..
Is it possible? what does it exactttly mean anyways?
Is it possible? what does it exactttly mean anyways?
In summary, the conversation discusses the use of conservation of momentum in verifying the estimated mass of the neutron in the Geiger-Marsden experiment and Rutherford's model. The participants also mention that conservation of energy may be more useful in this scenario, depending on the desired outcome. They also clarify that neutrons do not play a role in the conservation of momentum in these specific experiments, but may be applicable in other experiments. Finally, they discuss the possibility of approximating the momentum of the alpha particle with the momentum of the neutron in this experiment.
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What exactly are u supposed to do?Is this an exercise...?Post the text.
Daniel.
Daniel.
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LoBun
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I was suppose to research on..
... Geiger-Marsden experiment and Rutherford's model and answer a few questions.. one of them was to explain "how conservation of momentum could be used to verify the estimated mass of the neutron", but i just have no idea how or where to start from..
Thanks for replyin!
... Geiger-Marsden experiment and Rutherford's model and answer a few questions.. one of them was to explain "how conservation of momentum could be used to verify the estimated mass of the neutron", but i just have no idea how or where to start from..
Thanks for replyin!
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Rutherford's experiment was done with alpha particles & gold nuclei.The neutron's mass in not a direct variable...
Here,conservation of energy is much more usefuln,but that depends on what you want to get...
Daniel.
Here,conservation of energy is much more usefuln,but that depends on what you want to get...
Daniel.
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LoBun
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So neutrons have actually nothing to do with
..the conservation of momentum?
..the conservation of momentum?
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Not with Rutherford,Marsden,Geiger,1909,alpha particles & Gold nuclei...
With other experiments...
Daniel.
With other experiments...
Daniel.
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LoBun
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I see..
could u just give an example of any theory it would work for?
thanks a lot for helping!
could u just give an example of any theory it would work for?
thanks a lot for helping!
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There is a large disparity in mass between the Au nucleus on the one hand and the alpha particle and neutron on the other. A case of a marble wacking into a stationary bowling (sticking?) and knocking out a pea sized piece of the bowling ball. So couldn't it be approximated by the momentum of the alpha = momentum of neutron?
Related to To verify the estimated mass of a neutron
1. How is the mass of a neutron estimated?
The mass of a neutron is estimated through a process called mass spectroscopy, which involves measuring the mass-to-charge ratio of a neutron using electromagnetic fields.
2. Why is it important to verify the estimated mass of a neutron?
Verifying the estimated mass of a neutron is important because it helps to validate our understanding of the fundamental properties of matter and is crucial for accurate calculations in various areas of physics and chemistry.
3. What methods are used to verify the estimated mass of a neutron?
The most common methods used to verify the estimated mass of a neutron include mass spectroscopy, neutron scattering experiments, and measurements of nuclear reactions involving neutrons.
4. How accurate is the estimated mass of a neutron?
The estimated mass of a neutron is highly accurate, with a known relative uncertainty of only 0.1 parts per million. This level of precision has been achieved through decades of research and experimentation.
5. Has the estimated mass of a neutron ever been revised?
Yes, the estimated mass of a neutron has been revised several times over the years as new experimental techniques and technology have become available. However, the current value has remained consistent for the last few decades.
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