a) A uniform electric field of 10 kV/m points vertically upward. How far apart are the equipotential planes that differ by 100 V? b) If the ground is designated as zero potential, how far above the ground is the equipotential surface corresponding to 7 kV? A pair of parallel plates is charged by a 12-V battery. If the electric field between the plates are 1200 N/C, how far apart are the plates?

a) A uniform electric field of 10 kV/m points vertically upward. How far apart are the equipotential planes that differ by 100 V? b) If the ground is designated as zero potential, how far above the ground is the equipotential surface corresponding to 7 kV? A pair of parallel plates is charged by a 12-V battery. If the electric field between the plates are 1200 N/C, how far apart are the plates?

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter7: Electric Potential

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