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Why does it take stronger magnetic fields to move the beam of alpha particles compared to beta particles?
Because the charge on an alpha particle is 2 times stonger then on a beta particle, however, it the alpha particle is 7,350 times more massive (so it takes more force to move it the same distance).
What type of field would deflect alpha and beta particles?
An electromagnetic field would deflect alpha and beta particles. Charged particles like alpha and beta particles are affected by electromagnetic forces, causing them to change direction when passing through an electromagnetic field.
What type of radiation is not affected by magnetic fields?
Charged particles will be deflected by an electric field. The movement of any charged particle through an electric field will cause that charged particle to be attracted by one pole of the field and repelled by the other. That leaves uncharged particulate radiation, like a neutron, and electromagnetic radiation that will not be deflected by an electric field. The electromagnetic radiation will include X-rays and gamma rays.
How are alpha and beta particles the same?
Alpha and beta particles are the same in that changes in unstable atomic nuclei can release alpha particles or can beta particles (depending on the isotope involved), and both are forms of particulate radiation.
Would protons behave as alpha particles?
No, protons and alpha particles are different. Alpha particles are helium nuclei consisting of two protons and two neutrons, while protons are fundamental particles that carry a positive electric charge. Protons have much smaller mass and energy compared to alpha particles.
Are alpha rays affected by electric and magnetic fields?
yes they are becasuse they are charced particles
Why does it take stronger magnetic fields to move the beam of alpha particles compared to beta particles?
Because the charge on an alpha particle is 2 times stonger then on a beta particle, however, it the alpha particle is 7,350 times more massive (so it takes more force to move it the same distance).
What type of field would deflect alpha and beta particles?
An electromagnetic field would deflect alpha and beta particles. Charged particles like alpha and beta particles are affected by electromagnetic forces, causing them to change direction when passing through an electromagnetic field.
What type of radiation is not affected by magnetic fields?
Charged particles will be deflected by an electric field. The movement of any charged particle through an electric field will cause that charged particle to be attracted by one pole of the field and repelled by the other. That leaves uncharged particulate radiation, like a neutron, and electromagnetic radiation that will not be deflected by an electric field. The electromagnetic radiation will include X-rays and gamma rays.
What two types of radiation would be deflected by an electric field?
Ionizing radiation is generally divided into electromagnetic radiation and particulate radiation. Charged particles are affected, and this will include protons, beta particles and alpha particles. Neutrons, another particulate form of ionizing radiation, won't be affected. Electromagnetic ionizing radiation, cosmic rays and gamma rays, are not effected.
Why beta and alpha particles deflected when they pass the magnetic field?
Alpha and beta particles are deflected by a magnetic field because they have charge and, as such, are affected by the electromagnetic interaction or force.
How are alpha and beta particles the same?
Alpha and beta particles are the same in that changes in unstable atomic nuclei can release alpha particles or can beta particles (depending on the isotope involved), and both are forms of particulate radiation.
How does magnetism effect alpha radiation?
Magnetism does not directly affect alpha radiation, as alpha radiation consists of positively charged alpha particles that are not influenced by magnetic fields. However, in certain cases, magnetic fields can be used to manipulate the path of alpha particles for research or experimental purposes.
Would protons behave as alpha particles?
No, protons and alpha particles are different. Alpha particles are helium nuclei consisting of two protons and two neutrons, while protons are fundamental particles that carry a positive electric charge. Protons have much smaller mass and energy compared to alpha particles.
Can a magnet deflect beta radiation?
No, a magnet cannot deflect beta radiation. Beta radiation consists of fast-moving electrons or positrons, which are not affected by magnetic fields in the same way as charged particles like alpha radiation.
Is gamma radiation effected by a magnetic field?
Nothing. The gamma ray is not deflected by a magnetic field, which demonstrates that unlike the alpha and beta rays, the gamma is not a stream of charged particles, but is electromagnetic radiation.
Why Rutherford does not use beta particles for scattering on gold foil?
Rutherford did not use beta particles for scattering experiments on gold foil because beta particles, being charged electrons, would have been deflected significantly by the electric fields of the atomic nuclei. Instead, he used alpha particles, which are positively charged and much heavier, allowing for a more straightforward interpretation of their scattering patterns. The interactions of alpha particles with the gold foil provided clearer insights into the structure of the atom, leading to the discovery of the nucleus. Additionally, alpha particles have a higher energy, which enhances their ability to penetrate the foil.
