Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12

Assertion (A): The current in a metallic cylinder stops after a while if charges +Q and -Q are not replenished. | Reason (R): The electric field created by the charges +Q and -Q causes the electrons to drift, neutralizing the charges.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The assertion is true because the current will stop once the charges are neutralized unless they are replenished. The reason correctly explains that the electric field causes electron drift to neutralize the charges.

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