Concept explainers
(a)
The electric potential.
(a)
Answer to Problem 18P
The electric potential is
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
The distance is
The charge on electron is
Formula used:
The electrical potential at a point due to a charge
The Coulomb’s constant is
Calculation:
Substituting the given values,
Conclusion:
Thus, the electric potential is
(b)
The electric potential energy of the system that consists of two protons is
(b)
Answer to Problem 18P
The electric potential energy of the system is
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
The distance is
The charge on proton is
Formula used:
The electrical potential due to two protons is,
The Coulomb’s constant is
Calculation:
Substituting the given values,
Conclusion:
Thus, the electric potential energy of the system that consists of two protons is
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