The spherical dome of a Van de Graaff generator can be raised to a maximum potential of 600 kV; then additional charge leaks off in sparks, by producing dielectric breakdown of the surrounding dry air. Determine (a) the charge on the dome and (b) the radius of the dome.

The spherical dome of a Van de Graaff generator can be raised to a maximum potential of 600 kV; then additional charge leaks off in sparks, by producing dielectric breakdown of the surrounding dry air. Determine (a) the charge on the dome and (b) the radius of the dome.

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The spherical dome of a Van de Graaff generator can be raised to a maximum potential of
600 kV; then additional charge leaks off in sparks, by producing dielectric breakdown of the
surrounding dry air. Determine (a) the charge on the dome and (b) the radius of the dome.

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