Electric dipole moment question

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An electric dipole consists of two equal and opposite charges separated by a distance. The discussion focuses on calculating the electric field "E" at a point "P" when both charges are assumed to be positive, under the condition that the distance to point "P" (X) is much greater than the separation distance (d) between the charges. Participants express confusion regarding the assumption of both charges being positive, as this contradicts the standard definition of a dipole. Clarification on the nature of electric dipoles and the implications of the assignment is sought. The conversation highlights the complexities involved in understanding electric dipole moments in physics.
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1. In an electric dipole moment, assume that both charges are positive and find the electric field "E" at point "P", assuming X>>d, where "d" is the distance between the two charges and "X" is the distance of point "P" from the center of the dipole.

I have thought a lot about it but I am very much confused. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
DIMSKK
 
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DIMSKK said:
1. In an electric dipole moment, assume that both charges are positive and find the electric field "E" at point "P", assuming X>>d, where "d" is the distance between the two charges and "X" is the distance of point "P" from the center of the dipole.

I have thought a lot about it but I am very much confused. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
DIMSKK
Okay, well let's start with the definition of an electric dipole - what is it?
 
Hootenanny said:
Okay, well let's start with the definition of an electric dipole - what is it?

"a pair of equal and opposite electric charges or magnetic poles separated by a small distance".

I was also thinking that we cannot assume that both charges are positive, but my teacher gave me this question as an assignment. I thought that may be there is a solution for this. So confused!
 
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