The discussion revolves around the forces between an electron and a proton as depicted in an image. Participants explore the nature of these forces, particularly focusing on whether they are opposite and how electrical charges interact, considering both attraction and repulsion.
Participants express differing views on the nature of the forces between the electron and proton, with some asserting that the forces are opposite while others emphasize the complexity of the interactions, indicating that the discussion remains unresolved.
There are limitations in the discussion regarding the assumptions about the nature of forces and the definitions of attraction and repulsion, which are not fully explored.
Yes, your diagram is correct (at least the upper one). The electrostatic force between two charges always points in opposite directions on each charge. In this case, the force is attractive, so the forces act inward; if the charges had the same sign, the force would be repulsive and act outward.stmartin said:On this picture there are electron and proton. As far as I know the forces should be opposite. Am I right?