A Space Probe Approaches a Planet, Taking Measurements as It $6000 \mathrm { MV }$

question 92

Multiple Choice

A space probe approaches a planet, taking measurements as it goes. If it detects a potential difference of $6000 \mathrm { MV }$ between the altitudes of $253,000 \mathrm {~km}$ and $276,000 \mathrm {~km}$ above the planet's surface, what is the approximate electric field strength produced by the planet at $264,500 \mathrm {~km}$ above the surface? Assume the electric field strength is approximately constant at these altitudes.

• A) \(493 \mu \mathrm { N } / \mathrm { C }\)
• B) \(0.261 \mathrm {~N} / \mathrm { C }\)
• C) \(561 \mathrm {~N} / \mathrm { C }\)
• D) \(261 \mathrm {~N} / \mathrm { C }\)

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