If Helium Nuclei and Protons Are Each Accelerated from Rest

question 45

Multiple Choice

If helium nuclei and protons are each accelerated from rest through the same potential difference, how do the resulting speeds compare?

• A) The protons attain twice the speed of the helium nuclei.
• B) The protons attain 1.4 times the speed of the helium nuclei.
• C) The helium nuclei attain twice the speed of the protons.
• D) The helium nuclei attain 1.4 times the speed of the protons.
• E) They both attain the same speed.

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