What happens when 2 electrons collide?

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In summary, when two electrons collide, they either scatter off of each other or annihilate each other depending on their energy and angle of collision. The energy of the electrons plays a crucial role in determining the outcome, with higher energy leading to annihilation and lower energy leading to scattering. The electrons must collide at a head-on or 180 degree angle for annihilation to occur, and the spin of the electrons can also affect the outcome, with opposite spins leading to scattering and same spins leading to annihilation. After a collision, the kinetic energy of the electrons is redistributed among the scattered or newly created particles, with some being converted into other forms such as light or heat.
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Hello! So I'm trying to explain dah electron configuration to my little sis...
quick answer will be appreciated! do they bounce off due to same charge repelling?
thanks :)
 
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What happens when 2 electrons collide?
They don't. The repel each other remember - they'll never get close enough to touch ... it is even difficult to say what that would mean at that scale.

Little-sis model: They just bounce off each other.
 

1. What is the outcome of a collision between two electrons?

When two electrons collide, they either scatter off of each other or annihilate each other, depending on the circumstances of the collision.

2. How does the energy of the electrons affect the collision?

The energy of the electrons plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of the collision. If the energy is high enough, the electrons can annihilate each other and produce other particles. If the energy is lower, they are more likely to scatter off of each other.

3. Is there a specific angle at which the electrons must collide for annihilation to occur?

Yes, for electrons to annihilate each other, they must collide at a head-on or 180 degree angle. At any other angle, they will scatter off of each other instead.

4. What happens to the kinetic energy of the electrons after a collision?

After a collision, the kinetic energy of the electrons is redistributed between the scattered or newly created particles. Some of the energy may also be converted into other forms, such as light or heat.

5. Can the spin of the electrons affect the outcome of the collision?

Yes, the spin of the electrons can affect the outcome of the collision. Electrons with opposite spins are more likely to scatter off of each other, while electrons with the same spin are more likely to annihilate each other.

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