Answer:
E = 12.25 x 10³ N/C = 12.25 KN/C
Explanation:
In order to balance the weight of the object the electrostatic force due to the electric field must be equal to the weight of the body or charge. Therefore,
Electrostatic Force = Weight
E q = mg
where,
E = Electric Field = ?
m = Mass of the Charge = 5 x 10⁻³ kg
g = acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s²
q = magnitude of charge = 4 μC = 4 x 10⁻⁶ C
Therefore,
E(4 x 10⁻⁶ C) = (5 x 10⁻³ kg)(9.8 m/s²)
E = 0.049 N/4 x 10⁻⁶ C
E = 12.25 x 10³ N/C = 12.25 KN/C
