AP EAMCET · PHYSICS · Electrostatics
What is the direction of the lines of force at any point on the equipotential surface?
- A Parallel to it
- B Normal to it
- C Be inclined
- D Random direction
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(B) Normal to it
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
According to the concept of equipotential surface, the electric field lines are always perpendicular (normal) to the surface.
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