Question

A solid metal sphere of radius a = 1.30 cm is surrounded by a concentric spherical metal shell of inner radius b = 3.40 cm and outer radius c = 3.90 cm. The inner sphere has a net charge of Q1 = 3.40

Answer 1

This problem involves a solid metal sphere surrounded by a concentric metal shell. We need to find the potential of the shell, sphere, space between the two, inside the sphere, and outside the shell.

Step-by-step explanation:

In this problem, we have a charged solid metal sphere surrounded by a concentric spherical metal shell. The inner sphere has a net charge of Q1.

(a) The potential of the spherical shell is zero.

(b) The potential of the sphere is determined by its charge and the distance from its center. To find the potential, we can use the formula V = kQ1/r, where V is the potential, k is Coulomb's constant, Q1 is the charge of the inner sphere, and r is the distance from the center of the sphere.

(c) The potential of the space between the two is simply the potential of the inner sphere minus the potential of the outer shell.

(d) The potential inside the sphere is the same as the potential at its surface.

(e) The potential outside the shell is the same as the potential at its surface.