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q = 2.20 nc is uniformly distributed along the thin rod of length, l = 1.20 m shown above. determine the linear charge density of the rod.

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Final answer:

The linear charge density of a thin rod with a charge of 2.20 nc and length of 1.20 m is 1.833 nc/m, calculated by dividing the total charge by the length of the rod.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student has asked to determine the linear charge density of a thin rod with a uniform charge q of 2.20 nc (nanocoulombs), distributed along a rod of length 1.20 m. The linear charge density (λ) is defined as the charge per unit length along a charged object.

To find the linear charge density of the rod, we use the formula:

λ = q / L

Substituting the given values:

λ = 2.20 nc / 1.20 m

λ = 1.833 nc/m

Therefore, the linear charge density of the rod is 1.833 nc/m.

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