Electromagnetism - Linear charge

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The discussion revolves around a physics homework problem involving electromagnetism and linear charge. Key equations related to electric fields, potential difference, and energy changes are presented, including the calculation of charge density. Participants express confusion regarding the problem statement, specifically the lack of clarity about the scenario being analyzed, such as whether it involves a charged plate or line segment. There is a request for a complete problem statement to facilitate accurate calculations. The importance of correctly identifying the charge density and its dimensions is emphasized for solving the problem.
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Homework Statement



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q=1.602*10^-19 point 1

L=1mm=r1

v=1.1*10^6 at point 2

F=1.44*10^-12 at point 1

Homework Equations


E=(1/4πε)*(q/r)

ΔV=∫E*dr=(1/4πε)*q∫(1/r)=(1/4πε)*q*ln (r2/r1)

ΔU=ΔK=mv^2/2

ΔK=mv^2/2=ΔV*q=q*(1/4πε)*Q*(ln(r2/r1))

Q=F/E=1.44*10^-12/(q(4*pi*epsilon*(1.00*10^-3)^2))=1.00*10^-9

The Attempt at a Solution

mv^2/2=ΔV*q=q*(1/4πε)*Q*(ln(r2/r1))

r2=0.002m

IS this correct?
 
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Your problem statement doesn't actually state a problem. What is to be analyzed or found?

What is the description of the scenario? Is that vertical charged rectangle meant to represent a short charged plate, part of in infinite plane of charge, a section through a disk of charge, or maybe just a short charged line segment? Something else?

Please provide a complete problem statement.
 
Sorry but you have to calculate the length from position 1 to position 2. It's an infinite linecharge.

I can't understand where I went wrong in my calculations.
 
It's correct assuming v(L) = 0 and Q = line charge linear density which is usually written as λ and which has dimensions of QL-1, not Q.

PS did not check math.
 
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