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A positive point charge is placed in an external electric field. When we release the point charge in a state of rest then electric force acting on it starts moving it. Will the point charge always follow the electric lines of force?

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If the electric field lines are straight then the charge released from the state of rest will follow them, but if they are curved then due to inertia of direction the charged particle will leave the electric field lines.
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