Practice mode Electrostatics

What does a region where electric field lines are drawn closer together indicate?

Correct answer A. A stronger electric field

Explanation

The number of field lines passing through unit area perpendicular to them is proportional to field strength. Closely spaced lines therefore represent a strong field, as near a point charge.

Report a problem

Answer checked How we write and check questions

Tip: press A, B, C or D to answer, and N for the next question.

Advertisement

Have a question about this answer?

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Links and website addresses are not allowed in comments.