Physics

Physics

Problem

Assuming the closest approach distance is the same (3.0 fm3.0\,\text{fm}) for both cases, what is the ratio of the minimum ignition temperatures required for the fusion of two alpha particles (α\alpha–α\alpha) to that for two protons (p–p)? (Charges: qp=+eq_{\mathrm p}=+e, qα=+2eq_{\alpha}=+2e) a) 22 b) 44 c) 11 d) 88

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