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A large sheet has charge density
1. On the diagram at right indicate the location of the charge enclosed by the Gaussian cylinder.
In terms of
2. Sketch the electric field lines on both sides of the sheet.
Does the Gaussian cylinder affect the field lines or the charge distribution? Explain.
3. Let
How do the magnitudes of
How do the magnitudes of the areas of the ends of the Gaussian surface compare?
4. Through which of the surfaces
Write an expression for the net electric flux
Use the relationships between the electric fields
5. Gauss’ law
What is the electric field at the left end of the cylinder?
Does the electric field near a large sheet of charge depend on the distance from the sheet? Use your results above to justify your answer.
Is your answer consistent with the electric field lines you sketched in part 2?
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