-EquinoX-
Feb25-09, 09:34 AM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
If I have a charged vertical rod and a point P which is distanced x from the perpendicular bisector of it. How do I find the electric field at P if x/(/l/2) < 1, where l is the length of the rod
2. Relevant equations
3. The attempt at a solution
I know that the equation of an electric field due to a charged rod at P is:
\frac{\lambda L}{(4 \pi \epsilon_0) * sqrt(x^2 + L^2/4)}
I don't know how to proceed further
If I have a charged vertical rod and a point P which is distanced x from the perpendicular bisector of it. How do I find the electric field at P if x/(/l/2) < 1, where l is the length of the rod
2. Relevant equations
3. The attempt at a solution
I know that the equation of an electric field due to a charged rod at P is:
\frac{\lambda L}{(4 \pi \epsilon_0) * sqrt(x^2 + L^2/4)}
I don't know how to proceed further