Small Group Activity: Statements About Potentials

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Explain why each of the statements below is true.
  • Very close to either one of the charges, the equipotential curves are approximately circular.
  • Very close to either one of the charges, the equipotential curves get closer together as you get closer to the charge.
  • Very far from both charges, the equipotential curves are approximately circular.
  • In the intermediate region where there are still distinct equipotential curves around each charge, the equipotential curves are closer together on the side away from the other charge.

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