Answer:
230.4 N
Explanation:
From the question given above, the following data were obtained:
Charge (q) of each protons = 1.6×10¯¹⁹ C
Distance apart (r) = 1×10¯¹⁵ m
Force (F) =?
NOTE: Electric constant (K) = 9×10⁹ Nm²/C²
The force exerted can be obtained as follow:
F = Kq₁q₂ / r²
F = 9×10⁹ × (1.6×10¯¹⁹)² / (1×10¯¹⁵)²
F = 9×10⁹ × 2.56×10¯³⁸ / 1×10¯³⁰
F = 2.304×10¯²⁸ / 1×10¯³⁰
F = 230.4 N
Therefore, the force exerted is 230.4 N
