How Does a Charged Particle Behave in a Non-Uniform Electric Field?

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A charged particle in a non-uniform electric field described by E = alpha – beta * x exhibits simple oscillatory motion. The amplitude of this motion is determined to be alpha/beta, with the mean position located at x = alpha/beta. Additionally, the maximum acceleration experienced by the particle is calculated as q*alpha/m. The discussion highlights the complexity of the problem, indicating that multiple solutions may exist. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for analyzing charged particle behavior in varying electric fields.
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A particle having mass m and charge q moves along a line under the action of an electric field E = alpha – beta *x where alpha and beta are positive constants and x is the distance from a point where the particle was initially at rest. Then, for an observer moving with acceleration q*alpha/m

1.) The motion of the particle is simple oscillatory
2.) The amplitude of the particle is alpha/beta
3.) The mean position of the particle is at x = alpha/beta
4.) The maximum acceleration of the particle is q*alpha/m

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well on working out the problem i got the answers 1) , but there is a multiple answer to the question
 
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