AIPMT MAINS2010Physics-Electrostatics
AIPMT MAINS 2010 Physics Electric Field MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Two parallel metal plates having charges +Q and –Q face each other at a certain distance between them. If the plates are now dipped in kerosene oil tank, the electric field between the plates will
A
Become zero
B
Increase
C
Decrease
D
Remain same
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The electric field in a medium is given by E = σ/ε₀K. Since K > 1 for kerosene, E < E₀, so the field decreases.
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