The discussion centers on calculating the forces in a three-charge system involving two point charges: q1 = -10.5 nC located at -1.735 m and q2 = 40.0 nC at the origin (x=0). Participants emphasize the necessity of applying Coulomb's Law, represented by the equation F = (q1)(q2)/r², to determine the force between the charges. The absence of a third charge in the problem statement raises questions about the complete setup required for a thorough analysis.
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Where is the third charge? What is the problem?grandprix said:Homework Statement
Two point charges are located on the x axis: one charge, q1 = -10.5 nC, is located at -1.735 m ; the second charge, q2 = 40.0 nC, is at the origin (x=0)
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Can somoene show me how to do this? I am stumped