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Figure 1(a).24 shows two protons (symbol...

Figure 1(a).24 shows two protons (symbol P) and one electron (symbol e) on a straight line AB. What is the direction of net electrostatic force on the central proton?

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In Fig `24`, the central proton is replled by the other proton, along BA. Therefore,net electrostatic force on central proton is along BA.
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