Finding work to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring.

In summary, the conversation discusses finding the work required to move a point charge from infinitely far away to the center of a thin ring with a charge of Q=2 nanoC and a radius of 2m. The problem involves calculating the potential in the center of the ring and can be solved with a single integral. The total work done will be the sum of the work done for each part.
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1. Find the work required to move a point charge from infinitely far away to the center of a thin ring.

The point charge is q= 1nanocoulomb.
The rings charge is Q= 2 nanoC.
The ring has a radius r=2m.

Homework Equations



U= qV
W= -U

Thoughts
I think the first thing to consider is the field E created by the ring. I also know that this problem should be able to be solved with a single integral.

I don't really know where to start.

Thanks in advance
 
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hi zbou! welcome to pf! :smile:

the work done for the whole will be the sum of the work done for each part :wink:
 
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zbou said:
I don't really know where to start.

Thanks in advance
How about calculating the potential in the center of the ring?
 

Related to Finding work to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring.

1. How do you determine the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring?

The work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring can be calculated using the formula W = qV, where q is the charge of the point charge and V is the potential difference between the starting point and the center of the ring. This can also be expressed as W = qΔV, where ΔV is the change in potential between the starting point and the center of the ring.

2. What factors affect the amount of work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring?

The amount of work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring is affected by the magnitude of the charge of the point charge, the distance between the starting point and the center of the ring, and the distribution of charge on the ring. The work also depends on the type of charge (positive or negative) and the direction of the movement.

3. Can the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring be negative?

Yes, the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring can be negative if the charge is moving in the opposite direction of the electric field created by the ring. In this case, the work done by the electric field is negative and the work done by the external force is positive, resulting in a negative total work.

4. How does the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring relate to the electric potential of the ring?

The work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring is directly proportional to the electric potential of the ring. This means that the higher the electric potential of the ring, the more work is required to move the point charge to the center. The relationship can be expressed as W = qV, where q is the charge of the point charge and V is the potential difference between the starting point and the center of the ring.

5. What is the significance of finding the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring?

Finding the work required to move a point charge to the center of a thin ring is significant because it allows us to understand and predict the behavior of electric charges in different situations. It also helps us calculate the amount of energy needed to move a charge, which is important in various fields such as electronics and engineering. Additionally, this concept is essential in understanding the concept of electric potential and how it affects the movement of charges in an electric field.

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