The discussion focuses on calculating electric force without charge coordinates, specifically in Problem #14 from a UTexas homework assignment. The charge is located at the origin (0,0), allowing for the application of Coulomb's Law, F = k*q1*q2/r^2, to determine the force acting on it. The hint suggests that the results from Problem #12 are not necessary for this calculation. The key takeaway is that understanding the position of the charge at the origin simplifies the calculation of electric force.
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The charge is at the origin, coordinates 0,0. (Hint: Problem #14 uses the results of prob #12.)Originally posted by NINHARDCOREFAN
Without the charge's coordinates how can I calculate the electric force on the charge?