The image below shows a beam of radiation passing between two electrically charged plates.
-Which of the beams is due to a high energy electron?
A)a
B)b
C)c
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

Question

The image below shows a beam of radiation passing between two electrically charged plates. 
-Which of the beams is due to a high energy electron?
A)a 
B)b 
C)c 
D)all of the above 
E)none of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The beam labeled "a" is due to a high energy electron because it is being deflected the most by the electrically charged plates. This indicates that it has the most energy and momentum. The other beams, labeled "b" and "c", are likely of lower energy and momentum as they are being deflected less.

The Image Below Shows a Beam of Radiation Passing Between