Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Exercises - Page 73: 2.1a

Answer

The path of the particle bends because it has a charge on it and the plates are also charged. The particle is attracted to the top plate and therefore, the path bends.

Work Step by Step

The path of the particle bends because it has a charge on it and the plates are also charged. The particle is attracted to the top plate and therefore, the path bends
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