Flux from an infinite charged sheet

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The discussion revolves around calculating the electric flux through a cone that intersects an infinite charged sheet with a given charge density. Participants are attempting to clarify the parameters and setup of the problem.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are discussing the geometry of the cone in relation to the infinite sheet, questioning the meanings of various parameters such as "H," "R," and "2R." There is an exploration of how the cone intersects the sheet and the implications for calculating flux.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the problem statement and parameters. Some guidance has been offered regarding the interpretation of the cone's position relative to the sheet, but no consensus has been reached on the specifics of the problem.

Contextual Notes

There are indications of missing information and potential ambiguities in the problem statement, such as whether the cone is finite or infinite and the exact definitions of the parameters involved.

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Homework Statement
There is an infinite sheet of charge density sigma,we place a cone cutting through the infinite sheet at a point,find the flux through entire cone,the right side of cone,the left side of cone
Relevant Equations
integral of E.dA
I tried finding the cone's Flux and from there i have no idea ,can anybody pls help me ?
Thanks in Advance

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Harish R
 
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There is an infinite sheet of charge density sigma,we place a cone cutting through the infinite sheet at a point,find the flux through entire cone,the right side of cone,the left side of cone
I suspect that this is not the exact text of the original problem statement. can you quote it exactly and provide images of any included diagrams? What other parameters are involved?
 
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Assume all the necessary parameters given
 
Still not clear. What does "H imply? What does the "R" and "2R" imply? Is the cone infinite or finite? Please present the problem precisely.
 
The way I read it, the cone is halfway through the sheet, and since its base radius is R it intersects the sheet to form a circle radius R/2. Or perhaps that should be 2R and R respectively- it is not clear from the diagram whether R and 2R are radii or diameters.

First, think what the lines of flux from the sheet look like.
 

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