Two positive point charges, q₁ = +16μC and q₂ = +4.0μC are separated in a vacuum by a distance of 3.0m. Find the spot on the line between the charges where the net electric field is zero. 91 92 P + E₂ E1 d 3.0 m

Two positive point charges, q₁ = +16μC and q₂ = +4.0μC are separated in a vacuum by a distance of 3.0m. Find the spot on the line between the charges where the net electric field is zero. 91 92 P + E₂ E1 d 3.0 m

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Chapter19: Electric Forces And Electric Fields

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Two positive point charges, q₁ = +16μC and q₂ = +4.0μC are
separated in a vacuum by a distance of 3.0m. Find the spot on the
line between the charges where the net electric field is zero.
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P
+
E₂ E₁
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3.0 m

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