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I know potential has an inverse relationship with distance. However what is the equation that deduces this?
What is the Inverse Formula for Potential?
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Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around the concept of potential in relation to distance, specifically in the context of electric forces and point charges. Participants are exploring the relationship between potential and distance, seeking to clarify the underlying equations.
Discussion Character
- Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants are questioning the specific equation that describes the inverse relationship between potential and distance. There is also inquiry into the context of the force field being discussed, with a focus on electric forces and point charges.
Discussion Status
The discussion is active, with participants seeking clarification on the nature of the force involved and the implications of changing distances on potential. Some guidance has been offered regarding the context of electric forces, but no consensus has been reached on the specific equations or definitions.
Contextual Notes
Participants are navigating assumptions about the type of force at play and the definitions of potential in relation to point charges. There is an emphasis on understanding how potential changes with distance in the context of electric fields.
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berkeman
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Coco12 said:
What is the context of your question? What force field are you referring to?
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The question just asks that if a potential is 10 cm from a pt charge and then it is moved to 20 cm no would the potential change?
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berkeman
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Coco12 said:
So the force is electric force. What is the equation for the force between two charged particles as a function of the distance between them?
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How do you know it is electric force?
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berkeman
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Coco12 said:
"point charge"
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Oh! I see it now!
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