Physics

Physics

Problem

Two small spheres each of mass m=10 mgm = 10\,\text{mg} are suspended from a common point by strings of length L=0.5 mL = 0.5\,\text{m}. The spheres are given identical charges qq. The strings are clamped at height L/2L/2. Calculate the new equilibrium separation r′r' if the charge qq remains constant, assuming small angles (rr was the original separation).

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