Add conductor between infinite sheet

In summary, the addition of a conductor between two infinite sheets will not affect the electric field or charge density between the sheets. The potential difference and electric field will remain constant and perpendicular to the surface of the sheets. The placement of the conductor will also not affect the electric field. Finally, the addition of a conductor will not change the capacitance of the system as it depends on the geometry and materials of the sheets.
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Probably I should consider it as a capacitor? For a conductor, is that means no charge inside, charges are all on surface?

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1. How does adding a conductor between two infinite sheets affect the electric field?

Adding a conductor between two infinite sheets will have no effect on the electric field between the sheets. The electric field will remain constant and perpendicular to the surface of the sheets.

2. Will the presence of the conductor change the charge density of the infinite sheets?

No, the presence of the conductor will not change the charge density of the infinite sheets. The charge density will remain the same as it was before the conductor was added.

3. Can the addition of a conductor change the potential difference between the infinite sheets?

No, the potential difference between the infinite sheets will remain unchanged by the addition of a conductor. The conductor will simply act as a pathway for the electric field to flow through.

4. How does the placement of the conductor between the infinite sheets affect the electric field?

The placement of the conductor between the infinite sheets will not affect the electric field. As long as the conductor is parallel to the sheets, the electric field will remain constant and perpendicular to the surface of the sheets.

5. Will the addition of a conductor change the capacitance of the system?

No, the addition of a conductor will not change the capacitance of the system. The capacitance depends on the geometry and materials of the infinite sheets, which will not be affected by the presence of the conductor.

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