NEET2018Physics-Electrostatics

NEET 2018 Physics Capacitors MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

The electrostatic force between the metal plates of an isolated parallel plate capacitor C having a charge Q and area A, is

A

independent of the distance between the plates.

B

linearly proportional to the distance between the plates.

C

proportional to the square root of the distance between the plates.

D

inversely proportional to the distance between the plates.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The electrostatic force between the plates of a capacitor is determined by the charge and area, and is independent of the distance between the plates.

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