Question

An electron, placed in an electric field, experiences a force \( F \) of \( 1 \text{ N} \). What are the magnitude and direction of the electric field \( E \) at the point where the electron is located (\( e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \text{ C} \))?

• A. $\frac{1}{e} \text{ N/C}$, $F$ and $E$ are along the same direction
• B. $\frac{1}{e} \text{ N/C}$, $F$ and $E$ are against each other
• C. $\frac{1}{e} \text{ N/C}$, $F$ and $E$ are perpendicular
• D. $e \text{ N/C}$, $F$ and $E$ are against each other
• E. $e \text{ N/C}$, $F$ and $E$ are perpendicular

Hint:

Always check the sign of the charge[ 14]. Positive charges experience force in the same direction as the field, while negative charges experience force in the opposite direction.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B