Two concentric spherical shells carry uniform surface charges. The inner shell has radius a, and total charge q and the outer shell has radius b and total charge –q. Calculate the energy of this configuration using two different methods.

Two concentric spherical shells carry uniform surface charges. The inner shell has radius a, and total charge q and the outer shell has radius b and total charge –q. Calculate the energy of this configuration using two different methods.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter24: Electric Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 76PQ

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