Problem 11-71 Grav & Elec Potential

A particular proton in space is subjected to two fields: a gravitational field (1.30×105N/kg  toward planet X), and an electric field (2.47×104N/C away from planet X).

(a) If the proton is released from rest, in which direction will it move?
(b) After moving 1.50m, what will be its speed? Use energy methods and assume uniform fields.


Which drawing represents the two forces on the proton?

Four possible diagrams; A, B, C, D, of a proton in space subjected to two fields.

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)