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Homework Statement
Show that the 4-force law: F_u=q/c E_{uv}U^v leads to the usual Lorentz force law.
Homework Equations
F = E + v x B.
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What's U?
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Show that the 4-force law: F_u=q/c E_{uv}U^v leads to the usual Lorentz force law.
F = E + v x B.
What's U?
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Phrak
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Uv looks like a four velocity with a raised index. What is Euv?
Nusc
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I have no idea, the question doesn't say.
Nusc
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Anyone else have an idea?
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