Point Charge and Charged Sphere

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The discussion centers on calculating the electric field generated by a point charge located at the center of a thick conducting shell. The point charge, q1 = -6.1 μC, is surrounded by a conducting shell with an inner radius of 2.8 cm and an outer radius of 4.8 cm, which has a net charge of q2 = 2.6 μC. Key equations referenced include E = (kQ)/r² for electric field calculations and F = (kq1q2)/r² for force between charges. The participant expresses difficulty in applying concepts related to charged spheres and seeks guidance on utilizing Gauss's law for this scenario.

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Homework Statement


A point charge q1 = -6.1 μC is located at the center of a thick conducting shell of inner radius a = 2.8 cm and outer radius b = 4.8 cm, The conducting shell has a net charge of q2 = 2.6 μC.

Homework Equations


E = (kQ)/r2
F = (kq1q2)/r2

The Attempt at a Solution


I honestly do not know how to approach this problem mostly because I've been dealing with point charges. I'm not sure how to find the field of a charged sphere. I'm sure once I get this part down, the rest will follow. Thanks to any and all that can help, I really appreciate it; This is probably the most difficult time I've had with physics (to date).
 
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