Voltage/ electric field question

In summary, an electric field of 50 N/C directed toward the east and with a voltage of 80V measured relative to ground at a given point would have the same voltage, 80V, at a point 1.0 m directly south of that point. However, at a point 1.0 m directly east of the original point, the voltage would be 50V. This is because the electric field is uniform and does not vary in the north-south direction.
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Consider a uniform electric field of 50 N/C directed toward the east. If the voltage measured relative to ground at a given point in the field is 80V, what is the voltage at a point 1.0 m directly south of that point?

any pointers on how to do this?
 
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Hint: if it's a uniform electric field pointing to the east, does it vary in the north-south direction?

- Warren
 
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ohhh ok... so that makes sense. it won't change going N and S.

Ok so is they asked in the test... same question but this time "what is the voltage at a point 1.0 m directly east of the point?"
 
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An electric field of 50 N/C can also be expressed as 50 V/m.

- Warren
 

Related to Voltage/ electric field question

1. What is voltage?

Voltage is the measure of the electric potential difference between two points in an electrical circuit. It is often referred to as the force that pushes electric charge through a circuit.

2. How is voltage measured?

Voltage is typically measured in units of volts (V) using a voltmeter. It can also be calculated by dividing the electric potential energy by the amount of charge.

3. What is the relationship between voltage and electric field?

Voltage and electric field are closely related. Electric field is a measure of the force that a charge experiences in an electric field. Voltage is the measure of the electric potential difference between two points, which is created by the electric field.

4. How does voltage affect current?

Voltage and current have a direct relationship. An increase in voltage will result in an increase in current, and a decrease in voltage will result in a decrease in current, as long as the resistance remains constant.

5. What factors affect voltage in a circuit?

The voltage in a circuit can be affected by various factors such as the type of power source, the number and arrangement of components, and the length and width of the conductors. Changes in these factors can result in changes in the voltage of a circuit.

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