Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics
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Chapter 23, Problem 35P
(II) A flat ring of inner radius R1 and outer radius R2, Fig. 23–30, carries a uniform surface charge density σ. Determine the electric potential at points along the axis (the x axis). [Hint: Try substituting variables.]
FIGURE 23–30
Problem 35.
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