Finding the equilibrium distance Rsub0 using total energy.

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To find the equilibrium distance R0 using total energy, the equation Utotal = -Nα(q²/4πε0)(1-ρ/R0) is provided. The challenge arises from the absence of the variable ρ, which is necessary to solve for R0. Attempts to substitute known values have not yielded a solution due to this missing information. Clarification on the problem statement is needed to proceed effectively. Understanding the role of ρ is crucial for determining the equilibrium distance.
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Homework Statement


Using the total energy, solve for the equilibrium distance R0

α is given and other constants such as permitivity ε0, avogrado, N, and charge q.

Homework Equations


Utotal=-Nα(q2/4piε0)(1-ρ/R0)

The Attempt at a Solution


Tried to plug the values but I can't solve for R0 since ρ is not given.
 
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I am confident that there was more to the problem statement than that.
 
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