Physics: Principles with Applications (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32162-592-7
ISBN 13: 978-0-32162-592-2

Chapter 17 - Electric Potential - Problems - Page 496: 5

Answer

Plate B is at an electric potential 4030 volts higher than that of plate A.

Work Step by Step

The kinetic energy gained by the electron is the work done on it by the electric field. The final potential, at plate B, is higher than the initial potential (plate A) to accelerate the electron. It loses PE and gains KE. Use equation 17–2b. $$V_{ba}=-\frac{W_{ba}}{q}$$ $$V_{ba}=-\frac{6.45\times10^{-16}J}{-1.60\times10^{-19}C}=4030V$$
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