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Question

Work out the magnitude and direction of the total force experienced by the alpha particle in the image below. Specify direction as a clockwise or counterclockwise angle from the horizontal.

Diagram showing an alpha particle in magnetic and electric fields with velocity and force directions.

Accepted Answer

F_net = 4.87 × 10^-12 N; Direction: 12.1° clockwise

Answer

F_net = 4.65 × 10^-12 N; Direction: 12.1° counterclockwise

Answer

F_net = 4.87 × 10^-12 N; Direction: 12.1° counterclockwise

Answer

F_net = 4.65 × 10^-12 N; Direction: 12.1° clockwise