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What is the potential difference half way between two charges of magnitude 4.5 x 10^-6 C 1.5 M apart?

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  1. Assuming positive charges

    potential = (K*q / r )+ (K*q/r)

    k=9*10^9

    q=4.5*10^-6C

    r= 1.5 meter/2 = 0.75 meter

    potential = 2*(9*10^9)*(4.5*10^-6)/0.75 = 108,000 volts

    This potential is also called "potential difference" relative to infinity.

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