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Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors
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Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...
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Transcribed Image Text:### Physics Problem: Charge Equilibrium
#### Problem Statement:
3. In the figure to the left, charge \( q_2 \) is in equilibrium. What is \( q_1 \)?
#### Diagram Description:
- There are three charges aligned horizontally with equal spacing.
- The middle charge is specified as \( 5.0 \, \text{nC} \).
- The leftmost charge is labeled \( q_1 \).
- The rightmost charge is labeled \( q_2 \).
- The distance between \( q_1 \) and the middle charge is \( 5 \, \text{cm} \).
- The distance between the middle charge and \( q_2 \) is \( 5 \, \text{cm} \).
#### Task:
Determine the value of \( q_1 \), given that charge \( q_2 \) is in equilibrium.
##### Explanation:
To solve this problem, one needs to apply the principles of electrostatic forces, ensuring that the net force on \( q_2 \) is zero for it to be in equilibrium. This can be done using Coulomb's Law to calculate the forces between the charges, setting the net force to zero, and solving for \( q_1 \).
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