Computer Simulation of the Rutherford Experiment
Description: PC programs that illustrates the Rutherford experiment. Particles are shot through gold foil and are deflected as they get closer to the nucleus. The trajectory of the particle beams can be changed to show different angles of deflection.
Source: https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/rutherford-scattering
JCE Software
Year: 2008 Vol: N/A Page: N/A
Year: 1982 Vol: 59 Page: 973
Keywords: Simulation, Atomic structure, Nuclei, Quantum structure, Rutherford scattering
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Simulation
- Electric shock hazard
Effectiveness: Average
- Results are observable with guidance
- Good connection from demo to course material
- Time to results is medium
- Good reliability
Difficulty: Medium
- Procedures with intermediate steps to results
- Prior practice recommended
- Some concerted manipulation of parameters
- Simple manipulations for most to perform
Safety Precautions:
- Use of UL approved three-prong plug and outlet
- Eye protection required
Class: Atoms and Molecules, Simulation, Atomic Structure
Division: General Chemistry
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