NEET Physics Coulomb's Law MCQ Question
In a diagram showing two point charges q1 and q2 with position vectors r1 and r2, and the forces F12 and F21 acting between them, which of the following best describes the nature of these forces according to Coulomb's Law?
F12 and F21 are equal in magnitude but opposite in direction.
F12 is greater than F21 if q1 is larger than q2.
F12 and F21 are attractive if both charges are positive.
F12 and F21 are zero if the distance r between them is infinite.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to Coulomb's Law, the forces between two point charges are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction, regardless of the magnitude of the charges.
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