Capacitance and electric field homework

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Start date Oct 21, 2012
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Capacitance Electric Electric field Field Homework

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The discussion focuses on calculating the force on an electron in an electric field of 3.0 x 10^6 Vm^-1. The relevant equation used is the relationship between electric field and force, where force equals the electric field multiplied by the charge of the electron. Participants reference HyperPhysics for additional context and formulas related to electric fields. The problem highlights the implications of ionization due to collisions of accelerated ions and electrons. Understanding these concepts is essential for solving the homework problem effectively.

Oct 21, 2012

Eastmann

Homework Statement

ions and electrons produced in the electric field between the hand and the plate (3.0 x 10^6 Vm^-1) are accelerated and may collide with other particles, causing further ionisation. Calculate the force on an electron in this field.

Homework Equations

E=V/d

The Attempt at a Solution

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Oct 21, 2012

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See,

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/hframe.html

(Electric field)*charge = Force

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