Using Right Hand Rule & Lorentz Force Law to Find Electric Field Direction

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The discussion focuses on applying the Lorentz force law to determine the direction of the electric field when electrons are present in electric and magnetic fields. The right-hand rule is highlighted as a crucial tool for understanding the relationship between the forces acting on charged particles, particularly in distinguishing the effects of positive and negative charges. Participants seek clarification on how to effectively use the right-hand rule in this context and express a need for online resources that provide worked examples of these concepts. Links to helpful resources, including HyperPhysics and Physics Forums, are shared for further exploration. Understanding these principles is essential for accurately analyzing the behavior of charged particles in electromagnetic fields.
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I have a question regarding electrons in an electric and magnetic field and I need to apply Lorentz force law to find the direction in which the electric field is pointing.

Would someone be good enough to explain how the right hand rule applies in this situation? I think I might be getting confused with positive and negative charges and the effects they have on direction.

Also, does anyone know any resource on the net that give worked examples of Lorentz and the right hand rule so that I can work through them and see what is happening?

Many thanks
 
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