Electric Field of Parallel Plates

Mr. Andersen explains the electric field of parallel plates, its characteristics, and applications. He discusses how electric fields are used in gel electrophoresis and how charged particles behave within these fields, drawing parallels to projectile motion. The video includes simulations to demonstrate the relationship between charge, area, and voltage in determining electric field strength. Finally, it compares electric fields to gravitational fields, highlighting similarities in particle motion.

How does the size of DNA fragments affect their movement in an electric field?

What happens to the electric field strength if the area of the plates is increased?

In what way is the motion of charged particles in an electric field similar to projectile motion?