Electrons accelerated between two plates

In summary, the conversation discusses the acceleration of electrons between two points, A and B, to an energy of 7.1keV. The magnetic field is established by running a current through coils and has a magnitude of 0.004T, pointed in the direction of the y axis. After completing a quarter of a circle, the electrons reach point K between two parallel plates. The problem asks for the coordinates (x,y,z) of point K. The attempt at a solution includes relevant equations and calculations to determine the velocity and force of the electrons. The conversation also briefly mentions the importance of adhering to engineering ethics while working on assignments.
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Homework Statement



Electrons are accelerated between points A and B to the energy of 7.1keV, see attachment. The coordinate system was selected to have the origin at the startup point A. The electrons enter an area between two parallel plates where the magnetic field is established by running a current through the coils. It has magnitude of 0.004T and pointed in the direction of the y axis. After making a quarter of a circle, they reach a certain point K in between the plates. Report the coordinates x,y and z (in centimetres) of the point K.

I'm not sure what to do beyond what I've done already...

Homework Equations


F=qVBsin(t)
F=q(vXB)
r=(mv/qB)
KE=1/2mv^2


The Attempt at a Solution



KE=1/2mv^2
v=sqrt((2(1.135x*10^-15)/9.1*10^-31)
v=5*10^7 m/s

F=Bqv
F=.004(1.602*10^-19)5*10^7
F=3.2*10^-14 N
 

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u must go to u of s hahah and your an idiot your going against the engineering ethics code
-Blake B
 
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really dough brain? how is this different than you and your friends getting together to work on assignments?
 

What is the purpose of accelerating electrons between two plates?

The purpose of accelerating electrons between two plates is to increase their kinetic energy and speed. This is typically done in particle accelerators or cathode ray tubes.

How do the two plates accelerate the electrons?

The two plates are charged with opposite electrical charges, creating an electric field between them. The electrons, being negatively charged, are attracted to the positively charged plate and repelled by the negatively charged plate. This force causes the electrons to accelerate towards the positively charged plate.

What happens to the electrons as they are accelerated?

As the electrons are accelerated, they gain kinetic energy and their speed increases. This increase in speed allows them to collide with other particles with more force, creating reactions and producing new particles.

What is the role of the electric field in this process?

The electric field is essential in accelerating the electrons between the two plates. It provides the force necessary to move the electrons from one plate to the other, increasing their speed and energy in the process.

Is there a limit to how fast electrons can be accelerated between two plates?

Yes, there is a limit to how fast electrons can be accelerated between two plates, known as the speed of light. According to Einstein's theory of relativity, as an object approaches the speed of light, its mass increases and it requires more and more energy to accelerate it further. Therefore, it is not possible to accelerate electrons to speeds faster than the speed of light using this method.

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