Question

A uniform electric field has a magnitude of 10 N/C and is directed upward. A charge brought into the field experiences a force of 50 N downward. The charge must be:_______.

Answer 1

Answer:

q = 5 C

Explanation:

The electric field is defined as the force experienced by a unit charge when it is brought into the field. Hence, the formula used to find the electrical field is given as follows:

E = F/q

where,

E = Electric Field Magnitude = 10 N/C

F = Force Experienced by the test charge = 50 N

q = Magnitude of the Charge = ?

Therefore,

10 N/C = 50 N/q

q = 50 N/(10 N/C)

Therefore,

q = 5 C