Math Problem Statement

What is the line charge density on a long wire if a 6.7- μg particle carrying 2.2 nC describes a circular orbit about the wire with speed 320 m/s ? Express your answer in microcoulombs per meter.

Solution

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Electrostatics
Centripetal Force
Line Charge Density

Formulas

Centripetal force formula
Electric field due to infinite line charge formula
Electrostatic force formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School