An $\alpha$-particle of energy $4 \text{ MeV}$ is scattered through $180^\circ$ by a fixed uranium nucleus. The distance of the closest approach is of the order of

  • A
    $1 \text{ Å}$
  • B
    $10^{-10} \text{ cm}$
  • C
    $10^{-12} \text{ cm}$
  • D
    $10^{-15} \text{ cm}$

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