Direction of Electric Field vs. Electric Force

[Core2uu]

Just a conceptual question by me; no formal question.

Why is it that electric force on something is directionally opposite to that of the electric field?

 

[SammyS]

It's only opposite if the force is exerted on a negative charge.

 

[Core2uu]

It's only opposite if the force is exerted on a negative charge.

Thanks.