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An alpha particle (charge 2e) is sent at high speed toward a gold nucleus (charge 79e). What is the electric force acting on the alpha particle when it is 1.4 x 10-14 m away from the gold nucleus?
733.2 N towards
185.7 N away
172.8 N away
733.2 N away
185.7 N towards
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