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Chapter 19 Problem 11P

Question

Four pairs of conducting spheres, all with the same radius, are shown in Figure 19–27, along with the net charge placed on them initially. The spheres in each pair are now brought into contact, allowing charge to transfer between them. Rank the pairs of spheres in order of increasing magnitude of the charge transferred. Indicate ties where appropriate.

Solution

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For the given pairs of conducting spheres with same radius, we need to rank the pairs of the spheres in increasing order of magnitude of charge transferred between them, when each pair of spheres are brought in contact which allows them to transfer the charge between them.

By using the law of conservation of charge, we can solve this problem. Law of conservation of charge states that the total charge of an isolated system remains same.

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Title Physics with MasteringPhysics 4 
Author James S. Walker
ISBN 9780321541635

CE Four pairs of conducting spheres, all with the same

Chapter 19 textbook questions

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