Gravitational Force: Examining Effects of Distance on Charge

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If the electrostatic force between two positively charged objects equals the gravitational force, they would remain in equilibrium at that specific distance. Moving the objects closer would disrupt this balance, causing the stronger electrostatic force to dominate and push them apart. Conversely, moving them further apart would also result in the electrostatic force overpowering the gravitational force. The electrostatic force is significantly stronger, by a factor of trillions, which means any disturbance would lead to a rapid separation of the objects. Overall, the inherent strength of electrostatic forces dictates their behavior in relation to gravitational forces.
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What would happen if the size of the electrostatic force acting between two positively charged objects was exactly the same as that of the gravitational force acting between them? What would happen if they were moved closer together or further apart?
 
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You probably mean strength of force. In that case, the 2 forces will cancel each other out at that distance between them and they will stay in equilibrium. However, as electrostatic force is much stronger (in term of trillion times or something) than gravitational force, any disturbance would cause them to fly violently apart.
 

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