A uniform electric field is prevailing in X-direction in a certain region. The coordinates of points P,Q and R are (0,0),(2,0) and (0,2) respectively. Which of the following alternatives is true for the potentials at these points?
A
VP=VQ,VQ>VQ
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B
VP>VQ,VP=VR
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C
VP>VR,VQ=VR
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D
VP=VQ,VQ>VR
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Solution
The correct option is BVP>VQ,VP=VR Since the uniform electric filed is in the X-direction. Therefore, the plane parallel to the Y-axis will be a equipotential surface. SO, the point P and R lying on the Y-axis will be at same potential. So, VP=VR
On the other hand, the point Q is farther from the point P which is at origin. SO, the potential of the point P will be higher than that of the point Q i.e. VP>VQ.