The discussion revolves around the acceleration of an electron in a constant electric field of 280 N/C. Participants are attempting to determine the correct acceleration using relevant equations and constants.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing guidance on unit conversions and addressing misunderstandings about the mass of the electron. There is recognition of common mistakes related to unit usage, but no consensus has been reached on the solution.
Participants are navigating issues related to unit conversions, specifically the need to use kilograms for mass in the context of Newtons for force. There is an acknowledgment of the potential for oversight in these calculations.
goWlfpack said:Homework Statement
An electron is accelerated by a constant electric field of magnitude 280 N/C.
(a) Find the acceleration of the electron
Homework Equations
E=qF
F=MA
The Attempt at a Solution
Ok so it seems that i should use the equations above to solve the problem, however, the values that I am getting for the elementary charge and mass of an electron do not give me the correct answer. help??
goWlfpack said:I'm using -1.602*10^-19 C
for the charge
and 9.1095*10^28g
for the mass
LowlyPion said:Are you using your units correctly? You gave me grams for the electron mass which is right but you need to properly account for it with the Force from Coulombs of charge.
goWlfpack said:im not quite sure how that would effect it? what units should i be using?
goWlfpack said:thanks. ha i feel really stupid. that was an easy fix. talking about overlooking something. thanks again! :)