What is the magnitude of the charge on a second object?

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To find the magnitude of the charge on the second object, the relevant equation is Coulomb's Law, expressed as F = k * (q1 * q2) / d², where F is the electrostatic force, k is Coulomb's constant, q1 and q2 are the charges, and d is the distance between them. Given that one charge (q1) is 22 x 10^-6 C, the distance (d) is 17 m, and the force (F) is 0.8 N, the equation can be rearranged to solve for the second charge (q2). The discussion highlights the need to identify which variables are known and which are unknown to apply the equation correctly. Ultimately, the calculation will yield the magnitude of the charge on the second object. Understanding and applying Coulomb's Law is essential for solving this problem effectively.
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Two charges are separated by a distance of 17 m. The charge on one object is 22 x10-6 C and the magnitude of the electrostatic force between them is 0.8 N. What is the magnitude of the charge on the second object?
(enter your answer as a decimal with at least 4 non-zero digits)

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Have you ever come across an equation which gives the force between two charged particles?
 
Are you asking me do I have the equation for this problem?
 
rainyday4511 said:
Are you asking me do I have the equation for this problem?

Yes.
 
F= 9x10 (with an exponent of 9) q1 q 2 divided by D2
 
Ok, does that equation apply to this problem? Which variables are unknowns in this situation?
 

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