Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1] · Physics · The Forces
Equal charges are deposited on two spherical bodies, each having a...
Equal charges are deposited on two spherical bodies, each having a mass of and positioned apart. If the magnitude of the Coulomb repulsion between them exactly balances their gravitational attraction, determine the magnitude of the charge on each body.
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- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
D.
Step-by-step solution
The Coulomb repulsion force between the two charges is given by
The gravitational attraction force between the two masses is given by
Since the Coulomb repulsion exactly balances the gravitational attraction, we have
Substituting the given values , , and :
The gravitational attraction force between the two masses is given by
Since the Coulomb repulsion exactly balances the gravitational attraction, we have
Substituting the given values , , and :