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    Derivation of Rutherford Scattering - angular momentum

    Homework Statement I am trying to show that as the alpha particle is being scattered, the angular momentum magnitude at point M is m r^2 \frac{d \phi}{dt}. Diagram: Homework Equations Linear Momentum: ##\vec L = \vec r \times \vec p ## Repulsive Coulomb Force: ##\vec F = \frac{k 2Ze^2}{r^2}...
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    Understanding Limits: Defining and Applying the Formal Definition

    Homework Statement I know what a limit is and I understand the idea behind it, but I am misunderstanding something in the formal definition of a limit. DEFINITION Let f(x) be defined on an open interval about x0, except possibly at x itself. We say that the limit of f(x) as x approaches...
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