Observing the Electric Field of a +4.3µC Charge

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The discussion focuses on visualizing the electric field generated by a point charge of +4.3 µC. Participants emphasize that electric field lines radiate outward from positive charges, indicating the direction of the field. The quantity of lines drawn is less critical than accurately representing the concept of the electric field around a positive charge. The consensus is that the primary goal is to demonstrate an understanding of the field's characteristics rather than the exact number of lines.

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1.You are observing the effects of a single point charge with magnitude of +4.3 µC.



2. Draw a diagram of the electric field around this charge. Be sure to indicate the direction of electric field lines.



3. I know that the lines will point away from the charge because it is positive but i don't know how many lines to put. because it says that if its positive but the charge is high there will be a lot more lines. how do i know how many lines to put??
 
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In these types of problem I don't think it matters about the number of lines since all you're supposed to do is show you understand what the field lines around a positive point charge look like.
 

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