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Two infinitely long wires running parallel to the x axis
Chapter 2, Problem 52P(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 52P
Two infinitely long wires running parallel to the x axis carry uniform charge densities +λ and −λ(Fig. 2.54).
(a) Find the potential at any point (x, y, z), using the origin as your reference.
(b) Show that the equipotential surfaces are circular cylinders, and locate the axis and radius of the cylinder corresponding to a given potential V0.
Questions & Answers
QUESTION:
Problem 52P
Two infinitely long wires running parallel to the x axis carry uniform charge densities +λ and −λ(Fig. 2.54).
(a) Find the potential at any point (x, y, z), using the origin as your reference.
(b) Show that the equipotential surfaces are circular cylinders, and locate the axis and radius of the cylinder corresponding to a given potential V0.
ANSWER:
Solution 52P
Step 1 of 5:
In this question, we need to find the potential using the origin as reference at any point
In part (b), we need to show that the equipotential surfaces are circular cylinders, and locate the axis and radius of the cylinder corresponding to a given potential