An Electron Is Held Up Against the Force of Gravity

question 28

Multiple Choice

An electron is held up against the force of gravity by the attraction of a fixed proton some distance above it. How far above the electron is the proton?

• A) 1.5 m
• B) 2.3 m
• C) 3.7 m
• D) 4.6 m
• E) 5.1 m

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