Anglia Ruskin University Ruthford Scattering Stimulation Worksheet

Unit V: Rutherford Scattering(PhET Interactive Simulations)
Navigate to the Rutherford Scattering simulation. Click play on the small screen and it will automatically
open up to a full screen. You will need to take screen shots of your work as you make your way through
the simulation. You can do this by selecting the three vertical dots in the bottom right hand corner of the
simulation screen and then selecting “Screenshot.” A screenshot will be downloaded to your browser
which you can save to your computer.
Rutherford’s Gold Foil Experiment
Once the simulation opens, click on the Rutherford Atom (you will come back in Part 2 and open the Plum
Pudding Model).
Part 1: Rutherford Atom
Before beginning this exercise, be sure you have read in the text about Rutherford’s Gold Foil experiment.
This will help in your understanding of what is happening in this simulation (section 2.2, page 49).
Once ready & with the simulation open, review the legend in the upper right so you have an
understanding of what is being shown in this simulation.
1. Set the number of protons to 20 (lower right side of the screen).
2. Click on the blue button on the Alpha Particles gun (lower left side of the screen) to start firing
Alpha particles towards the gold foil.
3. Click on the Traces button (In the “Alpha Particles” box on the right side). What do you notice
about the paths of most of the alpha particles?
4. Increase the number of protons to 60. Does it change how the alpha particles move? If so, how?
5. Now, increase the number of protons to 100. How does this increase change how the alpha
particles move through the gold foil as compared to when you started? Why do you think this
change occurred?
6. Take a screenshot with the proton number set to 100 and include it below.
7. Repeat the above steps, but vary how many neutrons (change it to 40 as an example). Does this
change how the Alpha particles travel? Why or why not?
8. How are the situations in #6 and #7 different? Why do you think this is?
Part 2: Plum-Pudding Atom
Before beginning this exercise, be sure you have read in the text about Rutherford’s Gold Foil experiment.
This will help in your understanding of what is happening in this simulation (section 2.2, page 48).
1. Switch the simulation to the Plum-Pudding Atom (center of the page ~ under the pause/play
buttons).
2. Once the simulation opens, click on the trace button (in the box on the right titled “Alpha
Particles”).
3. Click on the blue button on the Alpha Particle gun to turn on the Alpha particles. What type of
path do the Alpha particles take? Take a screenshot and include below with your description.
4. How is this different than the Rutherford simulation?
Conclusion
1. Why do you think that our model of the atom changed after Rutherford’s experiment?
2. Why were the Alpha particles deflected by the nucleus and not attracted to it?

Don't use plagiarized sources. Get Your Custom Essay on
Anglia Ruskin University Ruthford Scattering Stimulation Worksheet
Just from $13/Page
Order Essay
Calculate the price
Make an order in advance and get the best price
Pages (550 words)
$0.00
*Price with a welcome 15% discount applied.
Pro tip: If you want to save more money and pay the lowest price, you need to set a more extended deadline.
We know how difficult it is to be a student these days. That's why our prices are one of the most affordable on the market, and there are no hidden fees.

Instead, we offer bonuses, discounts, and free services to make your experience outstanding.
How it works
Receive a 100% original paper that will pass Turnitin from a top essay writing service
step 1
Upload your instructions
Fill out the order form and provide paper details. You can even attach screenshots or add additional instructions later. If something is not clear or missing, the writer will contact you for clarification.
Pro service tips
How to get the most out of your experience with Writall
One writer throughout the entire course
If you like the writer, you can hire them again. Just copy & paste their ID on the order form ("Preferred Writer's ID" field). This way, your vocabulary will be uniform, and the writer will be aware of your needs.
The same paper from different writers
You can order essay or any other work from two different writers to choose the best one or give another version to a friend. This can be done through the add-on "Same paper from another writer."
Copy of sources used by the writer
Our college essay writers work with ScienceDirect and other databases. They can send you articles or materials used in PDF or through screenshots. Just tick the "Copy of sources" field on the order form.
Testimonials
See why 20k+ students have chosen us as their sole writing assistance provider
Check out the latest reviews and opinions submitted by real customers worldwide and make an informed decision.
Management
Got an A in this project.
Customer 453877, September 5th, 2020
Psychology
I just finished reading this work good strong start and conclusion too. In addition follows APA guidelines. Thanks.
Customer 453877, April 18th, 2020
Statistics
I got an A on this project after it was review. Thanks
Customer 453877, April 25th, 2020
Psychology
I still had to run through Grammarly and grammar check. And correct it
Customer 454925, August 7th, 2022
Other
Best person ever to write a paper.
Customer 454983, January 24th, 2022
Health Care
I got an A and got a good feedback from the instructor. Thanks
Customer 453877, May 20th, 2020
Social Work and Human Services
thanks
Customer 453933, October 7th, 2020
Social Work and Human Services
Thanks for getting the assignment done in a timely fashion. I really appreciate it at such a difficult time for me!
Customer 453933, December 1st, 2020
Philosophy
The essay was very well formatted and the writer really made it detailed and concise. Followed prompt and had good evidence
Customer 454933, October 5th, 2021
Social Work and Human Services
Excellent Job!!
Customer 453933, January 3rd, 2021
Social Work and Human Services
,
Customer 453933, October 27th, 2020
Accounting
Thank you!
Customer 455509, May 26th, 2023
11,595
Customer reviews in total
96%
Current satisfaction rate
3 pages
Average paper length
37%
Customers referred by a friend
OUR GIFT TO YOU
15% OFF your first order
Use a coupon FIRST15 and enjoy expert help with any task at the most affordable price.
Claim my 15% OFF Order in Chat
Live Chat+1(978) 822-0999EmailWhatsApp