Math Problem Statement
What is the final speed of an electron (in m/s) accelerated from rest through a voltage of 50kV by a negatively charged van de Graaff terminal?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Energy Conservation
Kinetic Energy
Electric Potential Energy
Square Root Calculation
Formulas
eV = 1/2 mv^2
v = sqrt(2eV / m)
Theorems
Conservation of Energy
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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