Electrostatics Question 472

Question: A sphere of 4 cm radius is suspended within a hollow sphere of 6 cm radius. The inner sphere is charged to potential 3 e.s.u. and the outer sphere is earthed. The charge on the inner sphere is [MP PMT 1991]

Options:

A) 54 e.s.u.

B) 14 e.s.u.

C) 30 e.s.u.

D) 36 e.s.u.

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Suppose charge on inner sphere is +Q as shown. Potential on inner sphere V=Q4Q6

therefore 3=Q(1416)

therefore Q=36e.s.u.



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