Question

when two charged particles are moving toward each other, their velocities decrease until they eventually come to a stop. what happens afterward? (1 point)

they accelerate in opposite directions.

they remain in the same place without moving.

they accelerate toward each other.

they bond and accelerate together.

Explanation:

Two charged particles moving toward each other and stopping implies they have the same - type of charge (since like charges repel). After stopping, the repulsive force will cause them to accelerate in opposite directions. The option "They remain in the same place without moving" is incorrect because the repulsive force still acts. "They accelerate toward each other" is wrong as like charges repel. "They bond and accelerate together" is also incorrect as like - charged particles repel, not bond.

Answer:

A. They accelerate in opposite directions.