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The figure shows two charges of equal magnitude q separated by a distance 2a. As we move away from the charge situated at x=0 towards the charge situated at x=2a, which of the following graphs shows the correct behaviour of electric field?

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Solution

The correct option is A
For the distances close to x=0, the filed due to charge at x=0 is very high and is directed towards positive X - direction.

As we move towards the other charge, the net electric filed becomes zero at x=a.

Thereafter, the influence of charge at x=2a dominates. Net field increases and is directed towards negative X - direction. It grows as we come closer to the charge at x=2a.

Hence, the correct behaviour of electric field is

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