The discussion focuses on the limits of scattering angles in Rutherford Scattering, specifically regarding the interaction between carbon and a proton. It is established that the scattering angle cannot reach 180° due to the size disparity between the carbon nucleus and the proton. The impact parameter plays a crucial role in determining the scattering angle, with smaller angles being more probable due to the proton's significantly smaller size compared to carbon.
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Carbon scatters on a proton. What is the limit of the angle of scattering?
I'm not really sure where to start this question. I know it has something to do with Rutherford Scattering and impact parameter.
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