Two point charges - q and + q are placed at a distance of L , as shown in the figure. The magnitude of…

Two point charges -q and +q are placed at a distance of L, as shown in the figure.

The magnitude of electric field intensity at a distance RR≫L varies as

  1. 1R3
  2. 1R4
  3. 1R6
  4. 1R2

Solution

The given arrangement of charges forms a dipole.
Electric field due to a dipole.

E∝1R3

Asked in: NEET 2022 (Phase 1)

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