A metallic sphere of radius R has charge Q placed upon it. Make the normal assum
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Question
A metallic sphere of radius R has charge Q placed upon it. Make the normal assumption that V0.
Part A
What is the electric field inside the metallic sphere for r < R?
Express your answer in terms of variables Q, r, and R. Combine all numerical values together into one multiplier.
Part B
What is the electric field outside the metallic sphere for r > R?
Part C
What is the electric potential at the surface of the metallic sphere? (r=R)
Express your answer in terms of variables Q, r, and R. Combine all numerical values together into one multiplier.
Part D
What is the electric potential at the center of the metallic sphere? (r=0)
Express your answer in terms of variables Q, r, and R. Combine all numerical values together into one multiplier.
MetallicExplanation / Answer
(a)
The electric field at the center of metal sphere is zero as the charge of the metal sphere lies on its surface not through out the sphere.
E= 0
(b)
the electric field out side of metal sphere is equal to the electric field due to a point charge which is placed at the center of the sphere.
E= k*Q / r^2 k=9*10^9 N.m^2/C^2
(c and d)
The electric potential through out a metal sphere is equal to the potential at surface,.
Vcenter =Vsurface = k*Q / R