STANDARD Physics Gauss's Law MCQ Question
A sphere encloses an electric dipole within it. The total flux across the sphere is
zero
half that due to a single charge
double that due to a single charge
dependent on the position of dipole.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The net charge enclosed by the sphere is zero because an electric dipole consists of equal and opposite charges. According to Gauss's law, the total electric flux through a closed surface is proportional to the net charge enclosed. Therefore, the flux is zero.
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