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The radius of two metallic spheres$A$ and $B$ are $r_1$ and $r_2$ respectively $\left(r_1 \gt r_2\right)$. They are connected by a thin wire and the system is given a certain charge. The charge will be greater
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Options:
  • A On the surface of the sphere $B$
  • B On the surface of the sphere $A$
  • C Equal on both
  • D Zero on both
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The correct answer is: On the surface of the sphere $A$
After connection of wire, potential becomes equal
$\therefore \frac{Q_1}{r_1}=\frac{Q_2}{r_2} \Rightarrow \frac{Q_1}{Q_2}=\frac{r_1}{r_2}$ when $r_1 \gt r_2$, then $Q_1 \gt Q_2$

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