How Do You Calculate the Electric Field at a Point Above a Charged Square?

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To calculate the electric field at point P, located 2 cm above the center of a charged square surface with a side length of 5 cm and a uniform charge of Q = 10^-8, a double integral or surface integral must be used to express the vertical component of the electric field. The discussion emphasizes the importance of demonstrating prior effort in solving the problem before receiving assistance. Participants are reminded to adhere to forum rules, which require showing attempted work to facilitate help. The focus is on deriving the electric field mathematically through integration techniques. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately determining the electric field in this scenario.
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Discuss the electric field at a point P positioned z= 2cm vertically above the center of a horizontal square surface of side length a = 5 cm that carries a uniform charge of Q = 10^-8

1. Use an integral to write an expression for the vertical component of the elrctric field at point P (answer should include a double integral/surface integral).
 
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clanish said:

Homework Statement



Discuss the electric field at a point P positioned z= 2cm vertically above the center of a horizontal square surface of side length a = 5 cm that carries a uniform charge of Q = 10^-8

1. Use an integral to write an expression for the vertical component of the electric field at point P (answer should include a double integral/surface integral).
Hello clanish. Welcome to PF !

Here is a link to the rules for this Forum: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=414380.

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So as you can see, we shouldn't help until you show what you have tried.
 
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