A +2.00 \mu C charge is located at the origin of the coordinate system, and a −3 .00\mu C charge is along the x axis at x = 0.050 m. Where along the x axis would you be able to put a third charge of +1.0 0 \mu C so that the net electrostatic force on it would be equal to zero? Solve without using the quadratic formula.

A +2.00 \mu C charge is located at the origin of the coordinate system, and a −3 .00\mu C charge is along the x axis at x = 0.050 m. Where along the x axis would you be able to put a third charge of +1.0 0 \mu C so that the net electrostatic force on it would be equal to zero? Solve without using the quadratic formula.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter23: Electric Forces

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