Point Charges
Definition
Point charges are electric charges that are concentrated at a single point in space. They have no physical size or shape, and their behavior is described by Coulomb's Law.
Related terms
Electric Field: The region around a charged object where an electric force is experienced by other charged objects.
Coulomb's Law: A mathematical equation that describes the electrostatic force between two point charges.
Electric Potential Energy: The energy associated with the position of a charged object in an electric field.
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AP Physics 2
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AP Physics C: E&M - 1.2 Electric Fields & Electric Potential
Additional resources (2)
AP Physics C: E&M - 2024 AP Physics C: E&M Exam Guide
AP Physics C: E&M - Unit 1 Overview: Electrostatics
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