Solved: Potential Difference Between a & b

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Start date Jan 30, 2008
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The discussion focuses on calculating the potential difference (Vba) between two points, a and b, relative to a -4.2 µC point charge. Point a is located 70 cm north and point b 74 cm west of the charge. The calculations involve determining Vba and the electric field difference (Eb - Ea) in terms of magnitude and direction. Participants emphasize the importance of not duplicating questions across threads. The thread concludes with a reminder to adhere to forum guidelines for posting.

Jan 30, 2008

Mhchurch4

[SOLVED] potential difference

Consider point a which is 70 cm north of a -4.2 µC point charge, and point b which is 74 cm west of the charge (Fig. 17-23).

Figure 17-23.

(a) Determine Vba = Vb - Va.
V
(b) Determine Eb - Ea.
Magnitude
N/C
Direction
° (counterclockwise from east is positive)

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Jan 30, 2008

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I gave you some advice on this problem in your other thread. Please do not double post questions in the future.

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