Speed of a beryllium nuceleus after acceleration

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To calculate the speed of a beryllium nucleus accelerated by a 200 V voltage drop, it's essential to recognize that the nucleus is positively charged due to its protons. The relevant equations involve electric field strength (E = U/d) and the force in an electric field (F = q*E). The mass of the beryllium nucleus is approximately 1.4966 x 10^-23 grams, which can be converted to kilograms for calculations. The charge of the beryllium nucleus must be considered to determine the force acting on it. Understanding these principles will allow for the calculation of the particle's speed as it exits the accelerator.
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Homework Statement


A beryllium nucleus is accelerated over a voltage drop of 200 V. Calculate the speed of the particle as it leaves the accelerator.

Homework Equations


Electric field strength in a capacitor? (E=U/d).
Working force in an electric field? (F=q*E)

The Attempt at a Solution


I tried fitting this problem into electric field theory, but that requires the particle to have a charge - else it should not be influenced. The only property of a beryllium nucleus I know is its mass. I did a quick estimation of 1.4966*10^-23 grams (dividing it's atomic weight by one mole).

How can I proceed with this problem?
 
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MadsPH said:

Homework Statement


A beryllium nucleus is accelerated over a voltage drop of 200 V. Calculate the speed of the particle as it leaves the accelerator.

Homework Equations


Electric field strength in a capacitor? (E=U/d).
Working force in an electric field? (F=q*E)

The Attempt at a Solution


I tried fitting this problem into electric field theory, but that requires the particle to have a charge - else it should not be influenced. The only property of a beryllium nucleus I know is its mass. I did a quick estimation of 1.4966*10^-23 grams (dividing it's atomic weight by one mole).

How can I proceed with this problem?
The beryllium nucleus does have a charge! "Nucleus" = protons + neutrons but no electrons!
 

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