An alpha nucleus of energy 
bombards a heavy target of charge Ze. Then, the distance of closest approach for the alpha nucleus will be proportional to
A
B
C
D
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B
At the distance of closest approach, Initial K.E. of 
-particle
P.E. of 
-particle and target nucleus
or 
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