Quiz 1

Q1: A neutral acetylene molecule (C2H2) in its vapor state has an electric dipole moment of
magnitude 5.3 x10-30 Cm. How far apart are the molecule’s centers of positive and negative
charge? And what maximum torque does the dipole experience if placed in an electric field
of (Roll no. x 3.7x103) N/C?  
Q2: Consider two opposite charges with the same magnitude of 2.4 µC, placed at a distance
apart from each other such that the force of (Roll no. x 2.5x10 4) N acts between these two
charges. If the charges do not contain any medium in between, determine the distance in
meters between the two charges in this case. (ε0 = 8.85x10−12 C2/Nm2)
Q3: The magnitude of the average electric field normally present in the atmosphere just
above the surface of the Earth is about 148 N/C, directed towards the planet. How much
total net surface charge required by Mars to produce the same electric field in its thin
atmosphere. Show the result with directions? (Diameter of Mars is 6.8×106 m)
Q4: State Gauss’ Law and by using Gauss’ Law determine electric field on a point due to
infinite sheet of charges with diagram.