CalcNerd said:
An electric field outside a conductor is a region of space where electrically charged particles experience a force. This force is caused by the presence of an electrically charged conductor, such as a metal object, which creates an electric field around it.
The strength of the electric field outside a conductor is determined by the amount of charge on the conductor and the distance from the surface of the conductor. The closer the distance, the stronger the electric field will be.
No, the electric field outside a conductor is not uniform. It varies depending on the distance from the surface of the conductor. The electric field is strongest near the surface and decreases as the distance increases.
The shape of a conductor can affect the electric field outside of it. For example, a pointed conductor will have a stronger electric field at the tip compared to a rounded conductor. This is due to the concentration of charges at the pointed tip.
Yes, the material of a conductor can affect the electric field outside of it. Conductors made of different materials may have different amounts of charge and can therefore create different electric fields. Additionally, the conductivity of the material can affect the strength of the electric field.