Two point charges, Q1 = -6.7 µC and Q2 = 1.8 µC, are located between two oppositely charged parallel plates, as shown in Fig. 16–65. The two charges are separated by a distance of x = 0.47 m. Assume that the electric field produced by the charged plates is uniform and equal to E = 53,000 N/C. Calculate the net electrostatic force on Qi and give its direction. Q1 Q2 FIGURE 16-65 Problem 55. +x→|

Two point charges, Q1 = -6.7 µC and Q2 = 1.8 µC, are located between two oppositely charged parallel plates, as shown in Fig. 16–65. The two charges are separated by a distance of x = 0.47 m. Assume that the electric field produced by the charged plates is uniform and equal to E = 53,000 N/C. Calculate the net electrostatic force on Qi and give its direction. Q1 Q2 FIGURE 16-65 Problem 55. +x→|

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