How to Rank Charge Density of Conductive Spheres?

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The discussion revolves around the ranking of charge densities at various points on three conductive spheres with differing net charges. Sphere 3, with the highest positive charge, influences the charge distribution on Sphere 2, which has a net negative charge, when they touch. The charge densities are ranked as E > C > A > 0 > B > D, indicating that points E and C are positively charged due to the influence of Sphere 3. The interaction between the spheres leads to a redistribution of charges, with Sphere 1 also affecting the overall charge dynamics. Understanding these interactions is crucial for determining the charge densities accurately.
  • #61
isukatphysics69 said:
C>E>D>A>B>0

@SammyS @Delta²
Golly! I thought you had tried that previously !
 
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  • #62
isukatphysics69 said:
C>E>D>A>B>0

@SammyS @Delta²
I had suggested that back at post #49 and I thought you had tried it.

Still I don't like it that much. The charge on sphere 1 must be much much much smaller than the charge in sphere 3 in order for this to be true.
 

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