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Transcribed Image Text:(i) Calculate the energy to be given to a-particle to force it into the nucleus of
233U. Assume the process as classical case. Given, Ro= 1.2 fm.
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Use R = Ro(A3) formula and the concept of K.E. = P.E. when a-particle and
uranium nucleus touches each other.
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