What would repel, hydrogen / a proton?

In summary, the difference between repelling hydrogen and repelling a proton lies in their size and charge. A hydrogen atom can be repelled by another atom with a stronger electromagnetic force. The repelling force between hydrogen and a proton is due to their opposite charges. It is possible to artificially create a repelling force between them using a particle accelerator. This force can affect their movement by causing them to move away from each other.
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What would repel, hydrogen / a proton?
 
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Another proton would repel it due to the EM force...
 
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Ahh, Thank you that just opened so many doors for me. As always what seems the most complicated is the simplest.

Groovy, thanks.
 

1. What is the difference between repelling hydrogen and repelling a proton?

The main difference is the size and charge of the two particles. Hydrogen is a neutral atom with one proton and one electron, while a proton is a positively charged subatomic particle. Therefore, the repelling force between them would be different.

2. Can anything repel a hydrogen atom?

Yes, a hydrogen atom can be repelled by another atom or molecule that has a stronger electromagnetic force. This can occur in chemical reactions or through the interaction of charged particles.

3. How does the repelling force between hydrogen and a proton work?

The repelling force between hydrogen and a proton is due to their opposite charges. Like charges (both positive or both negative) repel each other, while opposite charges attract. In this case, the proton's positive charge repels the hydrogen's positively charged nucleus.

4. Is there a way to artificially create a repelling force between hydrogen and a proton?

Yes, it is possible to create a repelling force between hydrogen and a proton by using a particle accelerator. By accelerating protons to high speeds and colliding them with hydrogen atoms, a repelling force can be generated due to the strong electromagnetic forces involved.

5. How does the repelling force between hydrogen and a proton affect their movement?

The repelling force between hydrogen and a proton can affect their movement by causing them to move away from each other. This can be observed in atomic and molecular interactions, where particles with opposite charges will move away from each other due to the repelling force.

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