In the figure particle 1 of charge +q and particle 2 of charge +4q are held at separation L = 8.62 cm on an x axis. If particle 3 of charge q3 is to be located such that the three particles remain in place when released, what must be the (a) x and (b) y coordinates of particle 3 and (c) the ratio 93/q?

In the figure particle 1 of charge +q and particle 2 of charge +4q are held at separation L = 8.62 cm on an x axis. If particle 3 of charge q3 is to be located such that the three particles remain in place when released, what must be the (a) x and (b) y coordinates of particle 3 and (c) the ratio 93/q?

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Chapter23: Electric Forces

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 51PQ: Four equally charged particles with charge q are placed at the comers of a square with side length...

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