Behavior of charged particles in Free and Bound states

In summary, the conversation discusses the behavior of charges in both a "bound" state, as seen in electrovalent compounds, and a "free" state, as seen in suspended charged balls. The question is posed about the attraction of a negative charge of 1 coulomb to 3 positive charges of +1, +3, and +5 coulombs. The answer is that all three positive charges will attract the negative charge, as determined by the equation \frac{q_1 q_2}{r^2}.
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petrushkagoogol
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If there are 3 positive charges of +1, +3, +5 coulombs equidistant from a negative charge of 1 coulomb what positive charge will this negative charge be attracted to ?

Is the result different if the charges exist in a “bound” state (resulting in electrovalent compounds) where a positive charge of +3 coulombs will be neutralized by a negative charge of (-)3 coulombs OR when the charges exists as suspended charged balls (similar to a pendulum) where the coulomb force of attraction determines the outcome.

This corresponds to a comparison of the behavior of charges when they exist in a “Free” or “Bound” state.
 
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petrushkagoogol said:
If there are 3 positive charges of +1, +3, +5 coulombs equidistant from a negative charge of 1 coulomb what positive charge will this negative charge be attracted to ?

All three, this is as trivial as [itex]\frac{q_1 q_2}{r^2}[/itex].
 

Related to Behavior of charged particles in Free and Bound states

1. What is the difference between free and bound states of charged particles?

The main difference is that in free states, the charged particles have enough energy to move independently without any external forces acting on them. In bound states, the charged particles are confined to a specific region and held together by forces such as electromagnetic attraction or strong nuclear forces.

2. How do charged particles behave in a free state?

In a free state, charged particles will move in a straight line at a constant speed unless acted upon by an external force. They will also repel or attract other charged particles depending on their respective charges.

3. What factors affect the behavior of charged particles in a bound state?

The behavior of charged particles in a bound state is affected by factors such as the strength of the binding force, the distance between the particles, and the charges of the particles. These factors determine the stability and energy levels of the bound system.

4. Can charged particles transition between free and bound states?

Yes, charged particles can transition between free and bound states depending on changes in their energy levels. For example, an electron can transition from a bound state in an atom to a free state by absorbing enough energy to overcome the binding forces.

5. What applications does the study of charged particles in free and bound states have?

The study of charged particles in free and bound states has various applications in fields such as physics, chemistry, and engineering. It helps us understand the behavior of atoms, molecules, and materials, which is crucial for developing new technologies and solving real-world problems.

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