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It will also be helpful to see how the dimensions of $\text{d}Q$ break down. Here is how we choose to label it: | It will also be helpful to see how the dimensions of $\text{d}Q$ break down. Here is how we choose to label it: | ||
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The segment extends in the $x$ and $y$ directions. A simple calculation of the Pythagorean theorem tells us the total length of the segment is $\sqrt{2} \text{ m}$, so we can define the line charge density $\lambda=Q/ | The segment extends in the $x$ and $y$ directions. A simple calculation of the Pythagorean theorem tells us the total length of the segment is $\sqrt{2} \text{ m}$, so we can define the line charge density $\lambda=Q/ |