Consider two point charges, q3 and −2q3 at point B and C respectively as shown in the figure. Take O to be the centre of the circle of radius R and ∠CAB=60∘. The magnitude of force between the charges is
A
q254πϵ0R2
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B
q227πϵ0R2
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C
q225πϵ0R2
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D
q260πϵ0R2
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Solution
The correct option is Aq254πϵ0R2 Given; ∠BAC=60∘;Q1=q3;Q2=−2q3
Now, ∠ACB will be of 90∘ because we know that angle subtended by the diameter at any point on the circumference of the circle is 90∘.