Speed of a particle that can pass through plates

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The discussion centers on calculating the speed of a charged particle that can traverse two parallel plates with a potential difference of V = 1500 volts and a separation of 0.012 meters without being deflected. It is crucial to consider the influence of the magnetic field, as the absence of a magnetic field would result in the particle being deflected by the electric field created between the plates. Participants emphasize the importance of fully stating the problem and providing prior calculations or attempts to solve it for effective guidance.

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Two plates, potential difference V =1500 which are .012m apart. What speed particle can pass through them without being deflected?
 
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Two plates, potential difference V =1500 which are .012m apart. What speed particle can pass through them without being deflected?

I think you need to state the problem completely. This makes no sense. The spirit of things around here is that you tell us what you have done so far. Then you can get some direction for going farther, or redirected to a new approach.
 
U need to know the magnetic field.If it hadn't been for a magnetic field,the particle would be deviated by the electric field.

Daniel.
 

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