A stream of alpha particles is projected into an electric...
A stream of alpha particles is projected into an electric field between two plates X and Y as shown in the diagram above. Which of the following is correct? The particles are
A.
accelerated and they continue in a straight line
B.
directionally reversed at the end of the plates
C.
deflected towards plate Y
D.
attracted by both plates
E.
deflected towards plate X.
Correct answer is C
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