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PHYSICS HOMEWORK HELP: Electric Fields?

If two spheres, each with a charge of 5C have a force between them of 25N, how far apart are they?

Can you show me the formula and steps required to get the answer?

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    6 years ago
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    electrostatic force F = kQq / d²

    25 N = 8.99e9N·m²/C² * (5C)² / d²

    d ≈ 95 000 m

    (5 C is a lot of charge.)

    Hope this helps!

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