Charge (q)
Definition
Charge refers to a fundamental property of matter that determines how it interacts with electric and magnetic fields. It can be positive or negative, representing excess or deficiency of electrons respectively.
Related terms
Coulomb's Law: Describes the electrostatic force between two charged objects based on their charges and distance apart.
Electric Current: The flow of electric charge through a conductor.
Conservation of Charge: The principle that states the total amount of electric charge in an isolated system remains constant.
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Subjects (1)
AP Physics C: E&M
Study guides (1)
AP Physics 2 - 5.6 Magnetic Forces
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