Understanding Capacitance: Calculating Electric Fields with an Air Gap Capacitor

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The discussion focuses on calculating the electric field strength between the plates of a 0.80 µF air gap capacitor, which are 2 mm apart and have a charge of 72 µC. The relevant equation to use is the relationship between charge (Q), capacitance (C), and voltage (V). Participants emphasize the need for a clear formula to solve the problem, as the textbook does not provide sufficient guidance.

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Homework Statement



How strong a field between plates 0.80 uf air gap capacitator if 2 mm apart has charge of 72 ucol?

Homework Equations



My teacher has not given a formula, any examples, etc. I really would like to learn this and its not in the textbook. Please help, thanks.

The Attempt at a Solution



I won't lie because I have no clue.
 
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I also have a problem that says what is the magnitude and direction of the electrical field at a point midway between -8 ucoul and 7 ucol charge 8 cm apart? assume no other charges nearby.
 
cwrx14 said:

Homework Statement



How strong a field between plates 0.80 uf air gap capacitator if 2 mm apart has charge of 72 ucol?

Homework Equations



My teacher has not given a formula, any examples, etc. I really would like to learn this and its not in the textbook. Please help, thanks.

The Attempt at a Solution



I won't lie because I have no clue.

Try the equation that relates Q, C, and V.
 

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