Rankers Physics

Electric Field: Practice Problem & Solution

The electric field at a distance $\frac{3R}{2}$ from the center of a charged conducting spherical shell of radius R is E. The electric field at a distance $\frac{R}{2}$ from the center of the sphere is (2010 Main)
Zero
E
$\frac{E}{2}$
$\frac{E}{3}$

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Electric Field. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

The electric field inside a charged conducting spherical shell is zero at all points. Since the distance $\frac{R}{2}$ is less than the radius R, the point lies inside the shell. Therefore, the electric field is zero.

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