Particle's Movement in a Uniform Electric Field

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A particle with a mass of 1.5×10-5 kg and a charge of +2.9 μC is analyzed in a uniform electric field of 11 N/C. To determine the horizontal distance traveled by the particle in 0.40 seconds, the acceleration must first be calculated using Newton's second law (F = ma). The force acting on the particle is derived from the electric field, resulting in an acceleration of approximately 0.00034 m/s2. Using kinematic equations, the horizontal distance can then be computed.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Newton's second law of motion
  • Familiarity with kinematic equations
  • Basic knowledge of electric fields and forces
  • Ability to perform unit conversions (e.g., μC to C)
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Homework Statement


A particle with a mass of 1.5×10−5kg and a charge of +2.9 μC is released in a (parallel plate) uniform horizontal electric field of 11 N/C .

How far horizontally does the particle travel in 0.40 s ?

Homework Equations


I think some of the kinematic equations are needed, but it's been so long since I took that part of physics, I'm not sure which one to use![/B]

The Attempt at a Solution


I don't even know where to start. I think I have to find the particle's acceleration first, but I'm not even sure how to do that![/B]
 
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Getting the acceleration sounds like a good idea. How about using Newton's second law?
 

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