AIPMT MAINS 2010 Physics Electric Field MCQ Question
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
Become zero
Increase
Decrease
Remain same
Correct Answer
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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