Electric Field Strength of Cylinder Capacitor at Inner Radius

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The discussion revolves around calculating the electric field strength at the inner radius of a cylindrical capacitor, given specific dimensions and a voltage. The problem involves concepts from electrostatics and capacitor theory.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore the use of Gauss' Law to determine the electric field at the inner radius, questioning whether the electric field could be zero due to the absence of charges at that point. There is also an attempt to relate capacitance to charge and electric field strength.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on using Gauss' Law and have discussed the correct formula for capacitance. There is an ongoing exploration of the relationship between charge, capacitance, and electric field strength, with some participants expressing uncertainty about their calculations.

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Participants mention confusion regarding the inner radius and the application of formulas, indicating a need for clarification on these concepts. There is also a sense of urgency due to an upcoming exam.

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Homework Statement



Hey guys! :)
I have an exam tomorrow i am a stuck with this question while reviewing :S..
Can anyone help me please?

consider a cylinder capacitor of length 1m , inner radius 0.1cm and outter radius 0.2cm. You connect the capacitor to a 10V battery. What is the electric field strength at the inner radius?
a) 0v/m
b)infinity
c)7.7 kv/m
d)14.4kV/m


Homework Equations



C= k*L/ln(b/a)
q=C*V
E=V/d
E=k*q/R^2


The Attempt at a Solution





first capacitance of a cylindrical capacitor is known to be
C=K*L/ln(b/a) (b=0.5/a=0.1)
then i thought to calculte the charge q=C.V
but i can't see the relation to find the electric field E :S
and also the thing about the inner radium made me confused..
 
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You see a cylindrical capacitor in the figure. Try to use Gauss' Law to get the electric field at the inner radius r=0.1 cm.

ehild
 

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will it be =0?? cause in the inner radius no charges?

this is gauss law : E=q/epsilom0*A :S
i tried the calculation no answer fits mine.. so i thought it might be 0 because it is in the inner radius?
Sorry if it seems that i am so narrow minded.. i have been studying physics since this morning,got look of chapters and exams coming this week..
Thanks again! i really appreciated your help
 
i think i have found it! :D
narrow minded me.. tonight.. because tired.. mixing the formulas..
the true formula is :
C= 2pii*eps0*L/ln(b/a)
then q=c*v
and then E=q/eps0*A(gauss law)!
and i got the last choice 14.4kV/m!

Just one more thing.. can anyone track me if it is correct?? you gave me this procedure,did i used it in the right way?

Evening! and thanks a lot!
 
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It is correct. :smile:

ehild
 
good morning ehild :)
Thanks a lot!
wish me luck please.. my exam is in 3h (Y) :P
have a nice day!
 
Good luck! By the way, do not forget to use parentheses in your equations. You forgot them in your post.

ehild
 

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