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Calculate the specific charge of a neutron with a mass of 1.67 x 10^-27 kg and a charge of 0 C.
- A.0 C/kg
- B.1.6 x 10^-19 C/kg
- C.9.11 x 10^-31 C/kg
- D.1.67 x 10^-27 C/kg
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- 0 C/kg
Explanation
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The specific charge of the neutron is zero because it has no charge. This is important in distinguishing between charged and neutral particles.
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