Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2020 · Paper 12 · Question 32

9702Uniform electric fields

Two parallel metal plates are connected to a battery of negligible internal resistance. One of the plates is slowly moved towards the other. Which row is correct?

Aelectric field strength between the plates: decreases; potential difference between the plates: constant
Belectric field strength between the plates: increases; potential difference between the plates: constant
Celectric field strength between the plates: decreases; potential difference between the plates: increases
Delectric field strength between the plates: increases; potential difference between the plates: increases

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Correct answer: B. electric field strength between the plates: increases; potential difference between the plates: constant

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