Question
Physics Question on electrostatic potential and capacitance
A cylindrical conductor is placed near another positively charged conductor. The net charge acquired by the cylindrical conductor will be :
A
positive only
B
negative only
C
zero
D
either positive or negative depending upon the distance.
Answer
zero
Explanation
Solution
The +VE charge induced on one side will be equal to the -VE charge induced on the other side. So, the net charge will be zero.