Field lines for masses vs. electrons

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Start date Sep 6, 2017
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Field lines for masses and electrons differ fundamentally due to the nature of gravitational and electromagnetic forces. Gravitational field lines represent the attraction between masses, while electric field lines illustrate the repulsion or attraction between charged particles like electrons. Although both types of field lines can indicate the direction of force, they operate under different principles and strengths. The inability to predict forces accurately using field lines arises from the distinct characteristics of gravitational and electromagnetic interactions. Understanding these differences is crucial for applying field lines effectively in physics.

Sep 6, 2017

Game_Of_Physics

Is there any difference between the field lines you draw when one mass approached another mass and when two electrons approach one another? If there is no difference, does this mean field lines can't be used to predict the forces both particles feel?

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About which fields are you talking in the two cases?

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