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The shape of equipotential surface for an infinite line charge is:

A

None of above

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Coaxial cylindrical surfaces

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C

Parallel plane surfaces

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D

Parallel plane surfaces perpendicular to lines of force

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Solution

The correct option is B
Coaxial cylindrical surfaces

The shape of equipotential surface for an infinite line charge is coaxial cylindrical.

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