How Do Electric Fields Affect Particle Movement?

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Homework Statement

1. What is the magnitude and direction of the electric field at point Z in the diagram?

q = - 2.0 x 10-5 C q = + 8.0 x 10-6 C
60 cm 30 cm
X Y Z

2. An electron is released from rest adjacent to the negative plate in a parallel plate apparatus. A potential difference of 500 V is maintained between the plates, and they are in a vacuum. With what speed does the electron collide with the positive plate?

Homework Equations

Electric Field type questions

The Attempt at a Solution

I attempted them but I don't remember how to do them, it was a long time. I need some assistance. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Tariq]

nvm I got the answer for the first one though.