Assignment question, two charges electric field

We help you work through problems.In summary, the problem involves two charges, q1 and q2, initially 11cm apart with an electric force of 6e-6N between them. The charge on q2 is increased by 12 times and the distance between q1 and q2 is changed to 0.44cm. The question asks for the new electric force between these charges.
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Homework Statement



Two charges q1 and q2 are 11cm apart and have an electric force between them of 6e-6N. If the charge on q2 is increased by 12 times and the distance between q1 and q2 changed to .44cm, what is the new electric force between these charges?

q1 ?
q2 ?
distance (1) 11cm
distance (2) .44
electric force (1) 6e-6 N
electric force (2) ?

Homework Equations


Please! Help out its due reallly soon. If you could give the working please thanks!

Question:

Two charges q1 and q2 are 11cm apart and have an electric force between them of 6e-6N. If the charge on q2 is increased by 12 times and the distance between q1 and q2 changed to .44cm, what is the new electric force between these charges?

The Attempt at a Solution



I come up with an unsolvable algebraic equation :(

Homework Statement


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The Attempt at a Solution

 
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Hi aks333 and welcome to PF. Please follow the rules of this forum and use the template when you seek help with homework. Show us the relevant equations and tell us what you tried and what you think about the problem. We just don't give answers away.
 

1. What is an assignment question on two charges and electric field?

An assignment question on two charges and electric field is a problem that involves calculating the electric field created by two point charges and analyzing their effects on each other.

2. How do I approach solving an assignment question on two charges and electric field?

The first step is to understand the given information, such as the magnitude and location of the charges. Then, use the Coulomb's Law equation and vector addition to calculate the electric field at a specific point.

3. What is the significance of electric field in the context of two charges?

The electric field represents the force experienced by a test charge placed at a specific location due to the presence of two charges. It helps to visualize the direction and strength of the force between the two charges.

4. Can the electric field be negative?

Yes, the electric field can be negative. This indicates the direction of the force is opposite to the direction of the electric field. It is important to pay attention to the signs when calculating and interpreting the electric field.

5. How does the distance between two charges affect the electric field?

The electric field is inversely proportional to the distance between the two charges. This means that as the distance increases, the electric field decreases. Therefore, the closer the charges are, the stronger the electric field will be.

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