If a hollow metal sphere is positively charged, the electric field strictly inside the sphere is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a hollow metal sphere is positively charged, the electric field strictly inside the sphere is:
A. Negative and uniform
B. Positive and uniform
C. Zero
D. Depends on the radius
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
According to Gauss's Law in electrostatics, all excess charge on a conducting body resides entirely on its outer surface. Since there is no net charge enclosed within the hollow interior, the electric flux and consequently the electric field everywhere inside the hollow conducting sphere is exactly zero.

This question belongs to: Science Physics

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Physics Questions

Question #1 Report Error
Which of the following graphs represents a body at rest?
A. Velocity-time graph with zero slope
B. Velocity-time graph with positive slope
C. Displacement-time graph parallel to time axis
D. Displacement-time graph with constant positive slope

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
For a body at rest, displacement remains constant over time. The displacement-time graph is a horizontal line, parallel to time axis, indicating zero slope (velocity = 0). Option A indicates constant velocity. Option B (velocity-time zero slope) means constant velocity, not necessarily rest (could be constant non-zero velocity). Option D indicates acceleration. So C is correct.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #2 Report Error
The phenomenon of resonance in an LCR circuit occurs when:
A. Inductive reactance equals capacitive reactance
B. Resistance is zero
C. Impedance is maximum
D. Frequency is zero

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Resonance in series LCR circuit occurs when X_L = X_C, i.e., ωL = 1/(ωC) ⇒ ω = 1/√(LC). At this frequency, impedance is minimum (Z=R), current maximum, and circuit is purely resistive. Memory tip: 'Resonance: X_L = X_C; ω₀ = 1/√(LC); series: Z_min, parallel: Z_max'. This AC circuit concept is frequently tested in competitive exams. Always distinguish series and parallel resonance conditions; competitive exams often test series LCR resonance fundamentals.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #3 Report Error
Which color of light is scattered most by atmosphere?
A. Yellow
B. Green
C. Blue
D. Red

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Rayleigh scattering ∝ 1/λ⁴. Blue has shorter wavelength, scattered more. Sky appears blue.

This question belongs to: Science Physics