Coloumb's Law Three Charges in a Line (units question)

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The discussion centers on the application of Coulomb's Law in a scenario involving three charges aligned in a straight line. Participants clarify the use of microcoulombs (μC) as a unit of charge, specifically noting that 1 μC equals 10^-6 C. The conversation emphasizes the importance of unit consistency, particularly when equating two charges of 10^-6 C with a total of 2 C. This ensures accurate calculations and understanding of electrostatic forces.

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please c attachment.

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μC ≡ 10-6 C. (You don't end up with an 'extra' μC on top.)
 
thx, doc al...i'm using 2 of "10^-6 C" on the top, set equal to 2 of "1C" on the bottom. that clears the units. thanks so much...
 

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