How Do You Calculate Electric Potential Near a Proton?

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To calculate the electric potential near a proton, the formula for electric potential (V) is V = k * (q/r), where k is Coulomb's constant, q is the charge of the proton, and r is the distance from the proton. For part (a), at a distance of 1.00 cm, the potential can be computed using the proton's charge. For part (b), the potential difference between two points at 1.00 cm and 2.00 cm can be found by calculating the potential at both distances and subtracting them. Understanding the relationship between electric potential and distance from a point charge is crucial for solving these problems. Accurate calculations will yield the required electric potential and potential difference.
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Homework Statement


(a) Find the electric potential at a distance of 1.00 cm from a proton. (b) what is the potential difference between two points that are 1.00 cm and 2.00 cm from a proton?


Homework Equations



I know delta V has to be set equal to something but I am not sure what


The Attempt at a Solution



Im not certain of the method to go about this problem. Please Help.
 
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Hi shinobi12,

shinobi12 said:

Homework Statement


(a) Find the electric potential at a distance of 1.00 cm from a proton. (b) what is the potential difference between two points that are 1.00 cm and 2.00 cm from a proton?


2. Homework Equations


What is the formula for the electric potential of a point charge?
 
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