GEO 2024Q96
Q: 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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