A hollow metal sphere of radius 5 cm is charged such that the potential on its surface is 10V. The potential at the centre of the sphere is:
Correct answer: A. 10V
- A. 10V
- B. Same as at point 5cm away from the surface
- C. 0V
- D. Same as at point 25cm away from the surface
Explanation
The correct answer is 10V. For a hollow metal sphere, the electric field inside the sphere is zero, leading to a constant potential throughout its interior. This constant potential is equal to the potential on its surface, which is 10V. Therefore, the potential at the center is also 10V. Options B and D are incorrect as they imply potential changes inside the sphere or at different distances outside, which is not the case inside a conductor. Option C is incorrect as the potential inside the sphere is not zero.
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