In which region is it possible for electric potential = 0?

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The discussion revolves around determining the regions where the electric potential is zero in the presence of two point charges: a positive charge of 4 µC and a negative charge of -2 µC, which are positioned 0.01 m apart.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster attempts to understand the conditions under which the electric potential can be zero between the two charges. Participants raise questions about the relevant equations for electric potential and how to combine potentials from multiple charges.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring the concept of electric potential and its calculation for point charges. Some guidance has been offered regarding the formula for electric potential and the principle of superposition, but no consensus or definitive approach has emerged yet.

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There is an emphasis on understanding the relationship between the charges and the distances involved, but specific assumptions or additional constraints have not been clarified in the discussion.

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Two charges that are shown:
I (4uC) II (-2uC) III
In which regions all the line connecting the charges is it possible for the electric potential to be zero?

1. Homework Statement

They are 0.01m apart

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The Attempt at a Solution


I understand that the 4uC charge and the -2uC charge are going to attract...but I have no idea where the potential could be equal to zero.
 
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Hint:
What is the equation for the electric potential of a point charge?
What si the rule for combining electric potentials?
 
V= kQ/r

and I'm not sure...
 
Indeed ##V(\vec r)=kQ/r## for a point charge ##Q## at the origin.
If you have two or more charges, then the electric potentials add up.
 

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