1. A charge qı=2.0µC is located at the origin and a charge q2= -6.0 µC is located at (0,3)m. Find the change in potential energy of the system of two charges plus a third charge q3=3.0 µC as q3 moves from infinity to point P (Assume U at infinity/ initial is zero) ANS.: -1.89x10-2 J -6.00 μC! 3.00 m 2.00 µC| 3.00 μC 4.00 m

1. A charge qı=2.0µC is located at the origin and a charge q2= -6.0 µC is located at (0,3)m. Find the change in potential energy of the system of two charges plus a third charge q3=3.0 µC as q3 moves from infinity to point P (Assume U at infinity/ initial is zero) ANS.: -1.89x10-2 J -6.00 μC! 3.00 m 2.00 µC| 3.00 μC 4.00 m

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter20: Electric Potential And Capacitance

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 17P: Two particles each with charge +2.00 C are located on the x axis. One is at x = 1.00 m, and the...

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