How Is a Charge Deflected by a Fixed Charge in an Electric Field?

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A charged particle moving along the x-axis is influenced by a fixed charge located at the origin, resulting in a deflection in the y-direction. The x-component of the particle's velocity remains largely unchanged, while the y-component increases as it approaches the fixed charge. To analyze the deflection, it's essential to determine the vector force acting on the moving charge due to the fixed charge, which varies with position. Participants in the discussion emphasize the need for the original poster to show their work and set up the integral to facilitate assistance. Understanding the integration process is crucial for determining the angle of deflection accurately.
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A particle of mass m and charge q moves at high speed along x axis. It it initially near x=-infinity and it ends up near x=+infinity. A second charge Q is fixed at the point x=0, y=-d. As the moving charge passes the stationary charge, its x component of velocity does not change appreciably, but it acquires a small velocity in the y direction. Determine the angle through which the moving charge is deflected.

im quite poor in integration.. any hints, anyone?
 
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We need to see some of your work before we can help you -- PF rules. What is the vector force on the moving charge due to the fixed charge, as a function of position? Show us how you set up the integral that you are having trouble with.
 
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