Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2009 2009Moderate

Which type of field is present near a moving electric charge?

Correct answer: C. Both magnetic and electric field

  • A. An electric field only
  • B. A magnetic field only
  • C. Both magnetic and electric field
  • D. Magnetic and gravitational field

Explanation

Magnetic and gravitational field: This option is incorrect. A moving electric charge does not generate a gravitational field. The gravitational field is associated with mass, not electric charge. Therefore, the correct option is "Both magnetic and electric field" as a moving electric charge generates both types of fields in its vicinity.

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