Alpha particles | Chemistry: A Volatile History
Rutherford stated the fact that most alpha particles go straight through foil is evidence for the atom being mostly empty space.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 3'55''
- Broadcast year: 2010
Curriculum Connection
- Chemistry
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Licence: ERA Licence required
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Chemistry: A Volatile History
- Episode: The Power of the Elements
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