wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

A metallic sphere A is given positive charge whereas the another identical metallic sphere B of exactly same mass as of A is given an equal amount of negative charge then,

A
Mass of A and mass of B will remain equal
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Mass of A increases
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Mass of B decreases
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Mass of B increases
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is D Mass of B increases
Sphere A is given positive charge, which means that electrons have been extracted from sphere A.

Mass of sphere A

Sphere B has been given negative charge, i.e. excess electrons have been transferred to it.

Mass of sphere B

Why this question ?Bottom line: Presence of negative charge means addition of excess electrons, thus addition of extra mass to the body.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon