2. A point P with distance L from the origin O is located at the right end of a charged rod of length L=1 m with total charge Q=100µC as shown in the figure. (a) Find the electric field at point P. (b)Calculate the electric force exerted on the charge q= 2µC placed at point P. 1-9×10°N m³/C° P

2. A point P with distance L from the origin O is located at the right end of a charged rod of length L=1 m with total charge Q=100µC as shown in the figure. (a) Find the electric field at point P. (b)Calculate the electric force exerted on the charge q= 2µC placed at point P. 1-9×10°N m³/C° P

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Chapter18: Electric Charge And Electric Field

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Problem 35PE: Figure 18.47 shows the electric field lines near two charges q j and g2. What is the ratio of their...

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