QuestionElectrostatics / induced charges
A small metallic sphere is held in a non-uniform electrostatic field as shown in the figure. Also shown are two points P and Q on the surface of the sphere. Which one of the following statements is true for the sphere ?
- (a) Sphere does not experience a force in the field.
- (b) Surface charge density at point P is positive while at point Q is negative.
- (c) Sphere experiences a force towards the left.
- (d) Sphere experiences a force towards the right.
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