Calculate the force acting on an electron of charge 1.5 x 10^-19 placed in an electric field of intensity 10^5Vm−¹

A. 1.5×10^-11N
B. 1.5×10^-12N
C. 1.5×10^-13N
D. 1.5×10^-14N

Correct Answer:

Option D – 1.5×10^-14N

Explanation

F = qE

F = 1.5 x 10^-19 x 10⁵

F = 1.5 x 10^-14N