Physics

Physics

Problem

![](https://storage.googleapis.com/diraq-contents/question-bank/question-images/8098192cbe17/2025_11_20_9d1bbfa4e2392a3466a4g-25.jpg) A small particle of charge q(q≪Q)q(q \ll \mathrm{Q}) and mass m is placed at the origin, displaced slightly, and then released. Assume that the only subsequent forces acting are the electric forces from the two fixed charges Q . at x=+a\mathrm{x}=+\mathrm{a} and x=−a\mathrm{x}=-\mathrm{a}. and that the particle moves only in the xy -plane. In each of the following cases, describe briefly the motion of the charged particle after it is released. Write an expression for its speed when far away if the resulting force pushes it away from the origin. d. q\quad \mathrm{q} is positive and is displaced in the +x direction. e. q is positive and is displaced in the +y direction. f. q is negative and is displaced in the +y direction.

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