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ronaldoshaky
Apr2-10, 07:30 AM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

If I have two co axial conductors at V = 0 and the dielectric has a free charge density. Is that physically possible?



2. Relevant equations

No relevant equations

3. The attempt at a solution



I am not sure if you can have free charge density in a dielelctric when both conductors are at 0 potential.

miguelcf
May13-10, 02:45 PM
I think that if a dielectric has a free charge density, then it will conduct, i.e, it won't be a dielectric but a conductor.