Physics Grade 12 Electricity (WHAT DID I DO WRONG)

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The discussion revolves around a student's confusion regarding their physics homework on electricity, specifically the calculations involving motion and forces on an electron. The student notes a red mark indicating that the initial velocity (Vi) should be considered zero, leading to the equation d = ½*a*t² for vertical motion. They are advised to solve for acceleration using this equation and then calculate the vertical force, electric field, and voltage across parallel plates. The importance of correctly applying the equations of motion in the context of electric forces is emphasized. Understanding these concepts is crucial for accurately solving problems related to electricity in physics.
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Homework Statement



Constants Given
Colombs constant = 9 x 10^9
Charge of Proton = 1.6 x10^-19
Proton rest mass=1.673 x 10-27
Charge of electron = -1.6 x 10^-19
Electron Rest Mass = 9.11 x 10^-31 kg


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Can anyone tell me what i did wrong in my attempt to solve the question.
 

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That red mark sure isn't clear! It does indicate that Vi*t = 0 but not that half the solution has been left out.
You have for the vertical part of the motion
d = Vi*t + ½*a*t²
The Vi vertically is zero, so forget the Vi*t. The next line should read:
.01 = ½*a*(5x10-⁹)²
That should be solved for the acceleration.
Then, use that value to calculate the vertical force, electric field and finally the voltage across the parallel plates that causes the electric field that causes the force on the electron.
 
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