How Do You Calculate Proton Acceleration in an Electric Field?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the acceleration of a proton in a uniform electric field of 639 N/C. The proton accelerates from rest to a speed of 1.78 x 10^6 m/s. The magnitude of the acceleration is determined using Newton's second law, resulting in an acceleration of 1.78 x 10^7 m/s². The time taken to reach this speed is calculated to be 100 microseconds, and the distance traveled during this interval is 0.89 meters. Additionally, the kinetic energy at this speed is computed to be 1.58 x 10^-11 Joules.

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College home work ..please help ASAP! :)

1. A proton accelerates from rest in a uniform electric field of 639 n/c. At some time later , its speed is 1.78 * 10^6 m/s.

What is the magnitude of the acceleration of the proton ? Answer in units of m/s^2.

2. How long does it take the proton to reach this speed ? answer in units of us.

3. How far has it moved in this time interval ?
Answer in units of m

4. What is the kinetic energy at the later time ?
Answer in units of J.



Please Help ..

Thank you
 
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