Electrostatics - Important Theory Questions
1. Derive an expression for the electric field at a point on the axial position of an electric dipole.
2. Derive an expression for the electric field at a point on the equatorial position of an electric dipole.
3. Describe the Principle, construction and working of Van de Graff generator.
4. Derive an expression for the energy stored in a capacitor. Show that whenever two conductors share charges by bringing them into electrical contact, there is a loss of energy.
5. Derive an expression for the effective capacitance when capacitors are connected in
(a) series and
(b) parallel
6. Explain the principle of a capacitor and derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor.