Help calculating linear speed of an electron?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the linear speed of an electron in a hydrogen atom using the Bohr Model. The participant is unsure how to determine the linear speed, which is necessary to solve for angular speed and orbital time. They recognize that the net force acting on the electron is the electric force of attraction between the proton and electron, dismissing gravitational force as negligible. The calculated electric force is 0.00816 N, which is used to find the centripetal force required for the electron's orbit. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the forces acting on the electron to solve the problem effectively.
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According to the Bohr Model of the Hydrogen Atom, the elctron orbits the proton a ta radius of 5.29x10-11m.
(a) What is the linear speed of the electron?
(b) What is the angular speed of the electron?
(c) How long does it take for the electron to complete one orbit?

I know how to solve for parts b and c, but do not know how to answer a, and thus can't solve the other two parts.

For part a, I have the the net force acting upon the electron is equal to mVt2/r. What exactly is the net force on the electron? Is it Fe or Fg or both?

I calculated Fe earlier and attained a value of 0.00816 N.
 
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I would assume the electric force of attraction between the proton and electron in hydrogen would provide the centripetal force of the electron.
 
rock.freak667 said:
I would assume the electric force of attraction between the proton and electron in hydrogen would provide the centripetal force of the electron.

Yeah, you're right. Thank you. I realized that the Fg would be negligible in this case.
 
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