Electrostatics: Introduction

objectives Module Objectives

After you have completed this module, you will be able to:

  1. Describe electric charge and polarization.
  2. Determine the force and electric field created by one or more charges.
  3. Analyze the motion of charge placed in an electric field or under the influence of an electrostatic force.
  4. Understand the concept of electric potential energy and potential difference in problem solving.