Spherical shells and electric potential

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The discussion revolves around calculating the electric field and electric potential for two concentric conducting spherical shells with given charges and radii. For radial distances outside the outer shell (r = 4.50 m), the electric field can be determined using the total charge enclosed. Inside the inner shell (r = 0.130 m), the electric field is zero due to the shielding effect of the conducting shells. The electric potential varies based on the distance from the shells, with specific calculations needed for each radial distance mentioned. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding how electric fields and potentials behave in the presence of conducting materials.
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Two isolated, concentric, conducting spherical shells have radii R1 = 0.510 m and R2 = 1.10 m, uniform charges q1 = +1.90 μC and q2 = +2.50 μC, and negligible thicknesses. What is the magnitude of the electric field E at radial distance (a)r = 4.50 m, (b)r = 0.840 m, and (c)r = 0.130 m? With V = 0 at infinity, what is V (in V) at (d)r = 4.50 m, (e)r = 1.10 m, (f)r = 0.840 m, (g)r = 0.510 m, (h)r = 0.130 m, and (i)r = 0?


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Wouldn't it just be 0 because there is no net charge inside the shell?
 
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almn22 said:
Wouldn't it just be 0 because there is no net charge inside the shell?


Which part are you talking about ...

if you mean 0 for all cases then ... No
 
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