Physics-Electric Field
NEET Physics Electric Field MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
In the diagram shown above, if the charge density is doubled, how does the electric field at a point on the Gaussian surface change?
A
E also doubles.
B
E remains the same.
C
E becomes half.
D
E quadruples.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, the electric field is directly proportional to the line charge density . Thus, if is doubled, also doubles.
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