2. All matter is made up of atoms and molecules; contain charged particles, the proton and electron. The charges on each are equal; but opposite in sign. Charges
3. Fq1 and F q2 Discovered a relationship between; force (F), distance (r) between the centres of the objects. Coulomb’s Law
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5. The force acting between two charges q1 and q2; who are separated by a distance d, is directly proportional to the product of the charges, and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them. The force is along the line joining the centres of the charges. Coulomb’s Law
6. This is similar to Newton’s law of universal gravitation: Coulomb’s Law
7. Coulomb’s & Newton’s Law 1. The interaction acts on both bodies. 2. Both forces act at a distance without the bodies touching. 3. Both directly proportional to the product of the properties causing the interaction. 4. Both inversely proportional to the distance between the bodies. 5. Forces are consistent with N III
8. They are dissimilar in that: 1. Gravitation is a force of attraction only while charges can attract and repel. 2. The force between charges depends on the medium while gravity does not. Coulomb’s & Newton’s Law
9. As force is a vector we cannot algebraically add forces if there is more than one point charge present. The law that we use to determine to total force is called the law of superposition. When two or more point charges are present; the total force is equal to, the vector sum of the forces, due to each of the other point charges. Principle of Superposition
10. To use this principle, follow the rules given below: 1. Draw a labelled diagram Use coulombs law to determine the magnitude; ignore the direction at this stage 3. Determine if the force is attractive or repulsive. 4. Repeat step 2 for any other combinations of charges. 5. Draw a vector diagram. Principle of Superposition
11. Find the resultant; using Pythagoras theorem, trigonometry Determine the direction using trigonometry. Principle of Superposition
12. An electric field is a region in space where; an object will experience a force due to, its charge, without the charges necessarily touching. The Electric Field
13. A diagram representing the relative strength of a field at any point can be drawn. The lines drawn give, direction of the force on a tiny positive charge. If the charge were allowed to move, the charge would move along the field line. Lines of Electric Force
14. Rules for drawing electric field line diagrams. 1. Lines of electric force are always directed from positive to negative charges. Lines of Electric Force
15. Lines of electric force always start and end on a charged surface; make an angle of 90o to that surface. If the surface is curved; construct a line at 90o to the tangent at that point. Lines of Electric Force
16. 3. Lines of electric force never cross. There is no electric field inside a hollow conductor, hence no lines of electric force exist. Lines of electric force are found to concentrate; at regions of high curvature on a conductor. Lines of Electric Force
17. The field may be strong enough at the sharp point to ionise the air. Charges may then move away from the conductor. This is called Corona Discharge. Lines of Electric Force
18. Make sure that the number of field lines per unit area represents the field strength; when close together the field is strong, when far apart the field is weak. Where the field lines are parallel and equally spaced; the field is said to be uniform. Lines of Electric Force
19. The field becomes curved; or non uniform. This is known as the end effect. If the separation of the plates becomes too large; the end effect encroaches on the region between the plates. Lines of Electric Force
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21. The electric field strength, E, at a point in an electric field is given by the force, F, acting on a unit positive charge placed at that point in the field. Units for E are NC-1. It is a vector with both magnitude and direction. Electric Field Strength
22. Consider two charges; a fixed point charge q and a test charge qT, separated by a vacuum by a distance r. Coulomb’s law gives the force each feels; directions will be opposite (NIII). Derivation
24. If more than one charge exists in an electric field, the total field at any one point is; the vector sum of the electric field strengths due to each charge. Etotal = E1 + E2 + E3 + …….+ En Electric Field Strength Due to Several Charges
27. There are five steps in the process. The examination will focus only on corona discharge Photocopiers & Laser Printers
28. Step 1:Charging the Photoconductive Drum. The drum has the special property of being an electrical insulator in the dark; an electrical conductor when exposed to light. Near the drum is a thin corona wire; voltage of about 6000V between it and the drum, extends for the length of the drum. The polarity can vary depending on the design. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
29. The material used to coat the earthed aluminium drum; 3 - 15 cm in diameter, to achieve this effect is commonly selenium. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
30. The electric field near the corona wire; accelerates any ions in the atmosphere, to high velocities. They in turn collide with neutral atoms in the air; knocking out some electrons. These free electrons attach themselves to other neutral atoms. From this process; large amounts of positive and negative ions are formed, as more and more collisions occur. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
31. These charged ions are attracted to either; the corona wire, or the drum. On reaching the drum; they charge the photoconductive coating uniformly, as the drum rotates. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
32. Transferring the Toner to the Paper The paper is charged the same sign as that on the drum; using another corona wire, called the transfer corona. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
33. So the paper does not cling to the drum, the extra charge on the paper is removed; using another oppositely charged corona wire, called the separation corona. Photocopiers & Laser Printers
35. W = Fs W = U and U = qEd; this can be equated to a gravitational field, U = mgh. d = distance the charge q; is moved in a uniform field E. W = qEd V = Ed W = qV Electric Potential Difference
36. The electric potential difference between two points in an electric field is; the work done W in moving a positive test charge moved between the points, provided that all other charges remain undisturbed. The unit for electric potential difference is; JC-1, which is also known as; volt (V). Electric Potential Difference
37. Change in potential = Ed This is called the potential difference, V. V = Ed; d = distance between two points; parallel to the field. More on P.D. A more common way of expressing this is:
38. If an electron is accelerated; across a potential difference of 5 volts, K.E. = 5 times its charge i.e. 5 x 1.6 x 10-19 = 8.0 x 10-19J One electron volt is the energy that an electron would gain; if it were to accelerate, across a potential difference of 1 volt. Symbol for the electron volt is eV. 1 electron volt = 1.6 x 10-19 J Electron Volt
39. A charge that is free to move in a uniform electric field; behaves in a similar way to a mass in a gravitational field. In a gravitational field, an object which moves towards the earth; experiences a force that converts P.E. to K.E. When energy is converted from one form to another; work is done. No work is done in the component that is parallel to the ground. Motion of Charges in a Field
40. In an electric field, the same applies. When a charge moves parallel to the conducting surface; no work is done. The force only acts radially from the surface; its velocity is unchanged. There cannot be a field inside a conductor no matter its shape. Motion of Charges in a Field
41. A charged particle that is free to move in a uniform electric field; behaves in a similar way to a, particle in a gravitational field. Acceleration can be found by modifying Newton II. While a charge remains in the electric field; it will continue to accelerate uniformly. Motion of Charged Particles in a Uniform Electric Field
42. Note: These equations only apply in a uniform field where; the acceleration is constant. The motion in two dimensions; must use vector techniques. Two other points must also be remembered: Motion of Charged Particles in a Uniform Electric Field
43. The acceleration of a particle is either; parallel to the lines of force; (+ive charge) or antiparallel (-ive charge). Any motion at an angle to the lines of electric force; will result in a parabolic path. The motion can be divided into its components; which are independent of each other. Motion of Charged Particles in a Uniform Electric Field
44. Motion of Charged Particles in a Uniform Electric Field Parallel component will undergo acceleration; perpendicular component will not. http://www.physics.sjsu.edu/becker/physics51/e_and_v.htm
46. Magnetic fields are produced by moving electric charges; hence by electric currents. In a bar magnet; iron atoms have electrons that spin. Each spinning electron; tiny ‘magnet’. Magnetic Fields
47. As all the electrons spin in the same direction; there is no cancellation, magnetic field is stable. Field lines can represent magnetic fields; As they did in electric fields. Magnetic Fields
49. The field is concentric circles centred on the wire; strongest near the wire. This magnetic field is in addition to; electric field produced by the charges. Oersted’s Law
50. To determine the direction of the magnetic field around a wire; use Oersted’s right hand rule. Oersted’s Law
51. Grab the wire with your right hand, Thumb in the direction of the conventional current, I; (i.e. +ive to -ive), Field is in the direction of; curl of your fingers. Oersted's Law Oersted’s Law
52. To increase the strength of the field increasing the current; the wire can be bent into a loop. Current flow through a circular coil Oersted’s Law
53. To further increase the strength of the field at the centre of the loop; several loops are used instead of the single wire, to form a flat coil. Each loop of current carrying wire contributes; to a stronger magnetic field. Oersted’s Law
57. F = BIlsinθ F is the force on the wire, in newtons, I is the current flowing in the wire, in amperes, B is the magnetic induction of the magnetic field, in tesla, lsinθis the length of wire in the magnetic field, in metres. Magnetic Force Around a Current-Carrying Conductor
58. F = BIlsin is the angle; between the wire, and the magnetic field. Note sin is at a maximum when; = 90o, ie when Band I are perpendicular. Magnetic Force Around a Current-Carrying Conductor
59. This leads to the definition of B The magnitude B of a magnetic field is defined as the force per current element placed at right angles to the field. The direction of magnetic induction is perpendicular to both the force and the current element. Magnetic Force Around a Current-Carrying Conductor
60. The principle of a moving coil loudspeaker is that; a coil carrying an electric current, oscillating with amplitude, and frequency, proportional to the sound to be produced, is suspended in a uniform magnetic field. Moving Coil Loudspeaker
65. Charges that are stationary; have no magnetic force applied to it. A wire that has no P.D. applied to its ends; has no magnetic force associated. We have investigated current carrying conductors; and the magnetic force associated with it. Forces on Moving Charges
66. Another way to produce an electric current is; to have a moving beam of charged particles. If the beam were to move perpendicularly into a magnetic field; then every charged particle would experience a force. Forces on Moving Charges
67. It must be perpendicular as from; F = BIl sin , sin = 0. Force would be zero; if the motion was parallel to the field. If the beam was visible; seen to be deflected by, magnetic interaction. Forces on Moving Charges
68. The magnitude of the force acting on the beam is determined by: F = BIl Il needs to be determined for a beam of particles; each of charge q, moving at a constant speed v. The force on the beam is F=IlB=nqvB Thus the force on each particle = qvB Forces on Moving Charges
69. Substituting into F = BIlsin; F = qvB sin Where is the angle between v and B. This equation gives the magnitude; direction is determined by the right hand palm rule. Forces on Moving Charges
70. A beam of charged particles in a magnetic field; can follow a semi-circular path, with uniform circular motion. The radius and other features can easily be determined. The magnetic force, supplies a centripetal force, therefore: Forces on Moving Charges
71. Forces on Moving Charges FB = Fc and rearranging gives the equation:
72. This deflection occurs because; the charged particles are no longer constrained by, the lattice of metal ions in the wire. The deflection of the beam is determined; by the right hand palm rule. Be careful as the thumb must point in the direction of conventional current; i.e. +ive to -ive. Forces on Moving Charges
73. The period of the motion and the frequency of revolution can be deduced from: Forces on Moving Charges
74. A cyclotron is a device used; to accelerate charged particles to high energies, generally so they may collide with atomic nuclei, and produce a nuclear reaction. Applications – Cyclotrons
76. There are three main parts of a cyclotron: 1. Ion Source A beam of protons; or sometimes deuteron, which is heavy hydrogen. Can be charged particle Positive Ion Negative Ion Applications – Cyclotrons
77. Modern ion sources are generated from an electric arc; external to the cyclotron, vacuum is not compromised. Applications – Cyclotrons
79. 2. Semicircular Metal Containers (‘dees’) Originally, two hollow copper electrodes; shaped like the letter ‘D’, their straight edges facing each other were used. Applications –Cyclotrons
80. A large ac P.D. is applied between the dees. The P.D. creates an electric field; in the gap between them, that is continuously changing. As the dees are closed hollow metal conductors; they have no electric field inside of them. Applications –Cyclotrons
81. The dees are in a magnetic field; produced by an electromagnet. This means that there is a magnetic field; within the dees. Within the gap there exists; an electric and magnetic field. Applications –Cyclotrons
82. 3. Evacuated Outer Chamber The dees are placed; within an outer evacuated container. Applications –Cyclotrons
83. The function of the electric field; accelerate the ions to high energies. The longer the ions is in the electric field; the higher the energy. How a Cyclotron Works
84. The function of the magnetic field; Make the ions move in a circular path; it repeatedly comes under the influence of the electric field, increases the energy level. How a Cyclotron Works
89. As the ions pass through the gap; their speed increases, so must their kinetic energy. This means work is done. From previously; W = qV As there are two passes of the gap per revolution; their kinetic energy per revolution, is 2qV. Energy Transferred to the Ions
90. The dees are placed between; poles of an electromagnet. The ions are not shielded from; magnetic field, unlike the electric field. This means the ions are affected; inside thedees, in the gap between them. Application- Cyclotrons
91. To make the ions move in circular path; uniform magnetic field is needed, perpendicular to the plane of the dees. Polarity of the field is important; to make the ions move in the right direction. The force is such that; always acting towards the centre of the circle, causing centripetal acceleration. Application- Cyclotrons
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94. As the mass m; charge q, magnetic field B, are all constant, rv Period of Circular Motion
95. We also stated: The time for the ion to complete one semicircle is the same irrespective of the speed of the ion. From before, if the speed doubles; radius doubles. Period of Circular Motion
96. This also doubles the; circumference (2r). Mathematically, this can also be shown to be true. The velocity of an object undergoing circular motion is given by: Period of Circular Motion
97. Period of Circular Motion Rearranging for T From we can substitute for r.
98. This shows that the period is; independent of speed, or radius. Period of Circular Motion
99. An alternative method is required. K = ½mv2 If we rearrange equation Kinetic Energy of Ions
101. This indicates that the kinetic energy of an ion; of given charge, and mass. Only depends on the radius; of the final circle, magnitude of the magnetic field. This can be understood due to two points. Kinetic Energy of Ions
102. Point 1 If the magnetic field increases; the radii decreases, ions make more revolutions, more crossings of the gap between the dees. Kinetic Energy of Ions
103. At each crossing; they are accelerated, to higher kinetic energy. Increasing the magnetic field results in; increase of the kinetic energy, of the emerging ions, at a given radius. Kinetic Energy of Ions
104. Point 2 If the P.D. is increased; the ions gain more speed with each crossing of the gap, and so make circles with larger radii, and make fewer revolutions. This means that a larger P.D. does not result in; a larger kinetic energy, of the emerging ions at a given radius. Kinetic Energy of Ions
105. The protons are used to bombard stable atoms; carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, Fluorine. To produce radioactive forms of these elements. Uses of Cyclotrons in Hospitals
106. They are then combine with glucose and are given to the patient. The radioactivity can then be detected; bodily functions that use the above chemicals, can be monitored. A medical diagnosis can then be made. Uses of Cyclotrons in Hospitals