Electric dipole moment vs electric current dipole moment

In summary, an electric dipole moment is a measure of the separation of positive and negative charges within a system, while electric current dipole moment refers to the separation of current-carrying conductors within a system. These two quantities are related through the formula p = I * l, and are used in various fields of science to explain and predict the behavior of electric fields and currents, as well as provide information about the structure and properties of molecules and materials.
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Electric current dipole
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How to convert an electric dipole moment in Cm to an electric current dipole moment in Am?
I have to estimate the electric dipole moment of an NV center in units of Am. I know that for a regular electric dipole moment it can be estimated using p=ed. With e=1.6*10^-19 and d=0.1 nm (interatomic distance), this however is in units Cm. I don't know how to go to Am
 
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Not sure what exactly you want to do here, but thinking purely in terms of Units, to go from Cm to Am you have to divide by some time ##\Delta t ## in seconds because $$1A=\frac{1C}{1sec}$$
 

FAQ: Electric dipole moment vs electric current dipole moment

What is an electric dipole moment?

An electric dipole moment is a measure of the separation of positive and negative charges within a system. It is a vector quantity that points from the negative charge towards the positive charge.

What is an electric current dipole moment?

An electric current dipole moment is a measure of the separation of positive and negative currents within a system. It is a vector quantity that points from the negative current towards the positive current.

What is the difference between electric dipole moment and electric current dipole moment?

The main difference is that electric dipole moment measures the separation of charges, while electric current dipole moment measures the separation of currents. Additionally, electric dipole moment is a static property, while electric current dipole moment is a dynamic property that changes with time.

How are electric dipole moment and electric current dipole moment related?

Electric dipole moment and electric current dipole moment are both measures of the separation of opposite charges within a system. However, they are not directly related to each other as they measure different types of separations (charges vs. currents).

In what situations are electric dipole moment and electric current dipole moment used?

Electric dipole moment is commonly used in the study of electrostatics, while electric current dipole moment is used in the study of electromagnetism. Both are important in understanding the behavior of electric fields and their interactions with charges and currents.

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