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Alpha particles can be detected by using___________?

A
Gold foils
B
Barium sulphate
C
Zinc sulphide screen
✓ Official correct answer
D
Thin Aluminium sheet

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A
Gold foils
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B
Barium sulphate
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C
Zinc sulphide screen
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D
Thin Aluminium sheet
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Explanation
Alpha particles can be detected using a zinc sulphide screen, which produces scintillations (flashes of light) upon impact.

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