In a given fluid, positive ions, each with 2 excess protons, move to the right at a steady rate of 1.0 × 1019 ions per minute and negative ions, each with 4 excess electrons, move to the left at a rate of 3.0 × 1019 ions per minute. Determine the current directed to the right. Use the fundamental unit of charge to be  C. Determine the current (in amperes) to the right.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text
5th Edition
ISBN:9781133104261
Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Chapter21: Current And Direct Current Circuits
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 9P
icon
Related questions
Question

In a given fluid, positive ions, each with 2 excess protons, move to the right at a steady rate of 1.0 × 1019 ions per minute and negative ions, each with 4 excess electrons, move to the left at a rate of 3.0 × 1019 ions per minute. Determine the current directed to the right. Use the fundamental unit of charge to be  C. Determine the current (in amperes) to the right.

Expert Solution
steps

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps with 2 images

Blurred answer
Knowledge Booster
Microscopic view of current
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, physics and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
  • SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text
Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text
Physics
ISBN:
9781133104261
Author:
Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
University Physics Volume 2
University Physics Volume 2
Physics
ISBN:
9781938168161
Author:
OpenStax
Publisher:
OpenStax