Is Object A Positive and Object B Negative Based on Electric Field Direction?

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Start date Jan 9, 2010
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In the context of electric fields, if the field points toward object A and away from object B, it indicates that object A is negatively charged and object B is positively charged. The direction of the electric field lines is determined by the nature of the charges, with lines pointing away from positive charges and toward negative charges. Therefore, the initial assumption about the charges was reversed. Understanding this relationship is crucial for correctly interpreting electric field diagrams. The discussion highlights the importance of analyzing electric field direction to determine the sign of charges.

Jan 9, 2010

r1ch412d

It is not a homework problem, thought it can kinda be. But when they show you a diagram with object A and B, If the electric field point towards A and away from B. Does that mean that A is + and B is -?

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Jan 9, 2010

r1ch412d

nvm, i believe it is the opposite of what i said above.

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