A rod with linear charge density λ is bent into a quarter circle with radius R. (a) Find expressions for the electric field (x and y direction) at the point P shown due to a small piece of charge at some angle θ. (b) Integrate your expression to find the total electric field due to the entire rod of charge. (c) Without integrating again, determine the electric field (at point P) for the case shown of two semi-circular rods of equal and opposite charge density as shown.

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Electric Charges and Fields

One of the fundamental properties is the electromagnetic property. Charge cannot be destroyed by any process and this contributes formally to the law of charge conservation.