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  • Electrostatic Force: Understanding Vector Properties & Direction
    Yes, electrostatic force is a vector quantity. Here's why:

    * Magnitude: Electrostatic force has a strength or magnitude, which is measured in Newtons (N).

    * Direction: Electrostatic force acts in a specific direction. This direction depends on the charges involved:

    * Like charges (both positive or both negative) repel each other, so the force acts in a direction pushing them apart.

    * Opposite charges (one positive and one negative) attract each other, so the force acts in a direction pulling them together.

    Therefore, electrostatic force has both magnitude and direction, making it a vector quantity.

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