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What is the differences between electrostatic force and gravitational force?
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A few basic differences are the following. Gravitational force is the force generated between two masses, such as the Earth and the Moon, an apple and the Earth, or anything else possessing mass in the universe. As a matter of fact, Mars is exerting a gravitational force on you - it extends forever. The formula for gravitational force is: Fgrav. = (Gm1m2)/(d2) where G is the gravitational constant 6.67 x 10-11 m1 is one mass in kilograms, m2 is the other mass d is the separation distance in meters between the two masses. ---- Electrostatic force exists between two charged objects. Unlike gravitational force, electrostatic force can be either a force of ATTRACTION or one of REPULSION, depending on the nature of the two charges; like charges repel, opposites attract. But this force also extends forever and its formula is surprisingly similar to the gravity formula: Felectrostatic = (Cq1q2)/(d2) where C is Coulomb's constant 8.99 x 10-9 q1 is one charged object in coulombs of charge, q2 is the other. d is the separation distance in meters. But YOU are to judge whether the two objects in question will attract or repel. For instance, a proton has a charge of +1.60 x 10-19 C. An electron has a charge of -1.60 x 10-19 C. They are opposite, so they will attract.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoUsually nuclear force will be compared to the gravitational force. And it is found that nuclear force between the nucleons is 1040 times larger than the gravitational force.
But this question is some what different one. Any way as we take two protons, having mass 1.67 x 10 -27 kg each and get separated by a distance 1 m will have a force of attraction 1.86 x 10 -64 N.
As 1.6 x 10 -19 C is the charge of each proton, then electrostatic force of repulsion between them if separated by 1 m will be 2.3 x 10 -28
Hence as we compare the forces, the electrostatic will be 2.3 x 10 -28 / 1.86 x 10 -64
1.2 x 10 36 times that of the gravitational force.
But in case of two electrons that will be different and in case of one proton and electron that becomes different. Hope one calculate those.
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∙ 12y agoNo. The gravitational force is far weaker.
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∙ 12y ago28 times
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IS the electrostaic force not as strong as the gravitational force?
Electrostatic force IS stronger than gravitational force because the electrostatic force between a charged straw (which has been rubbed with a cloth) can defy gravity and stick to the ceiling.
Differences and similarities between gravitational force and electrostatic force?
Similarities: inverse square law for strength of force both r central forces both are conservative forces both follow principle of superposition Differences gravity attracts electric force electric force can change direction electrostatic force depends on interviening medium
Ratio of gravitational and electrostatic force between two electrons?
1/2
Which force do you compare the electrostatic force to?
Gravitational force.
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IS the electrostaic force not as strong as the gravitational force?
Electrostatic force IS stronger than gravitational force because the electrostatic force between a charged straw (which has been rubbed with a cloth) can defy gravity and stick to the ceiling.
Differences and similarities between gravitational force and electrostatic force?
Similarities: inverse square law for strength of force both r central forces both are conservative forces both follow principle of superposition Differences gravity attracts electric force electric force can change direction electrostatic force depends on interviening medium
Which force do you compare the electrostatic force to?
Gravitational force.
Ratio of gravitational and electrostatic force between two electrons?
1/2
What are two forces that you can compare and contrast?
gravitational force & electrostatic force.
What mechanisms are in?
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What are the advantages of Rutherford's atomic model?
The electrostatic force of attraction between electrons and nucleus was likened to the gravitational force of attraction between the revolving planets and the Sun.
What are forces in mechanics?
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What force makes objects touch?
gravitational, electrostatic, and magnetic forces
Explain that- forces are due to to interaction between objects?
Forces acts between objects when force is applied to it. The force is in action when push or pull is applied in the process.
Electric force is a contact force or force at a distance?
electrostatic force is not a contact force it is force at a distance likely to that of gravitational force.
