Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 32 - Reading Check Questions (Comprehension) - Page 613: 1

Answer

An atom is mostly empty space, so most alpha particles just pass right through the gold foil.

Work Step by Step

This is discussed on pages 603-604.
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