Where is the Potential Zero? Two point charges are fixed in place. The positive charge is +2q and the negative charge is -q. On the line that passes through the charges, how many places are there at which the total potential is zero? P3 P2 P1 -9 +2q

Where is the Potential Zero? Two point charges are fixed in place. The positive charge is +2q and the negative charge is -q. On the line that passes through the charges, how many places are there at which the total potential is zero? P3 P2 P1 -9 +2q

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Chapter16: Electrical Energy And Capacitance

Section16.6: Capacitance

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Where is the Potential Zero?
Two point charges are fixed in place. The positive charge is +2q and the negative
charge is -q. On the line that passes through the charges, how many places are there
at which the total potential is zero?
P3
P2
P1
-9
+2q

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