35. An electron is at the origin of a coordinate axis in empty space. What is the direction of the electric field created by this electron at points on the -x axis? a) +x b) -x c) +y d) -y e) more information is needed to determine

35. An electron is at the origin of a coordinate axis in empty space. What is the direction of the electric field created by this electron at points on the -x axis? a) +x b) -x c) +y d) -y e) more information is needed to determine

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Chapter22: Electricity And Magnetism

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Problem 49CP: Two particles, each with charge 52.0 nC, are located on the y axis at y = 25.0 cm and y = 25.0 cm....

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