Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electrical quantities

Electrical quantities — practice question

Fig. 5.1 depicts a sphere carrying a negative charge, fixed to a plastic stand.
(a)[2]

On Fig. 5.1, draw arrows to show the pattern and direction of the electric field in the space around the sphere.

(b(i))[2]

By drawing on Fig. 5.2, show how charge is distributed on $S$.

(b(ii))[1]

State the motion of $S$.

(b(iii))[2]

Describe what happens in the wire and state how this changes the charge on $S$.

(c)[2]

Explain this difference with reference to the structures of the two materials.

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