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A proton and an electron are initially stationary, a certain distance apart. Whe

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Question

A proton and an electron are initially stationary, a certain distance apart. When released, they start moving due to the electric force between them. When released,

the proton has a higher acceleration than the electron.

the proton has a lower acceleration than the electron.

the proton has the same acceleration than the electron.

1.

the proton has a higher acceleration than the electron.

2.

the proton has a lower acceleration than the electron.

3.

the proton has the same acceleration than the electron.

Explanation / Answer

force= kq1q2/r2

a= F/m and since electron is lighter

B) proton has lower acceleration than electron