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I don't know how to go about this q!

In a particle physics experiment, a particle moves at a speed v. At this speed, the gamma factor is 10. Calculate the speed of the particle as a fraction of c. (v/c)
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Original post by Penny456
I don't know how to go about this q!

In a particle physics experiment, a particle moves at a speed v. At this speed, the gamma factor is 10. Calculate the speed of the particle as a fraction of c. (v/c)


Do you know what the gamma factor is? If so, put it equal to 10, and rearrange to find what you want. If it's not clear what it is that you want, they have spelt it out in the question (i.e. v/c).
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Original post by Pangol
Do you know what the gamma factor is? If so, put it equal to 10, and rearrange to find what you want. If it's not clear what it is that you want, they have spelt it out in the question (i.e. v/c).

I wasn't sure what equation to use, but I found its one we haven't been taught yet! Thanks so much for your help :smile:

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