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A point charge \(-q\) is placed at a distance \(x\) from an isolated conducting plane. The electric field at any point \(P\) on the other side of the plane is directed
A point charge \(-q\) is placed at a distance \(x\) from an isolated conducting plane. The electric field at any point \(P\) on the other side of the plane is directed
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Electric field at conductor surface is always normal to it.
Updated On: Apr 24, 2026
- radially away from the point charge
- towards the plane perpendicularly
- radially towards the point charge
- away from the plane perpendicularly
- parallel to the surface of the conducting plane
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The Correct Option is B
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