How Does Charge Affect Electric Field in Spherical Shells?

Thread starter Hooke's Law
Start date Mar 5, 2011
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The discussion centers on determining the electric field within and outside spherical shells with varying charges. It confirms that for a spherical shell with a net charge of -Q, the electric field at points outside the shell (r > b) is zero. The relationship between electric flux and charge is highlighted, emphasizing the equation Flux = E*A = q/epsilon0. Additionally, it references a video for further clarification on the topic. Understanding these principles is crucial for solving related physics problems.

Mar 5, 2011

Hooke's Law

Homework Statement

What is the electric field if r=a and r=b?
Reference:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcuQ2c_WrMc"

2:11

And what if the net charge is just -Q on the conductor instead of -3Q? Will the electric field at r>b be 0?
Reference: Same video, 3:00-3:10

Homework Equations

Flux = E*A = q/ epsilon0

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Mar 5, 2011

SammyS

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Hello Hooke's_Law.

Yes, then E=0 for r>b .

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