The value of K depends upon:
Correct answer: B. System of units and medium
- A. Charges
- B. System of units and medium
- C. The distance between charges
- D. Nature of medium
Explanation
The value of k in Coulomb's law depends on the system of units and medium.This is because Coulomb's constant, k, takes different numerical values depending on the system of units being used (e.g., SI units, Gaussian units) and the medium in which the charges are located (e.g., vacuum, air, or a specific material).
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