A dielectric in the form of a sphere is introduced into a homogeneous electric field. A,B and C are three points as shown in Fig. Then
Intensity at A increases while that at B and C decreases
Intensity at A and B decreases whereas intensity at C increases
Intensity at A and C increases and that at B decreases
Intensity at A,B and C decreases
A
Intensity at A,B and C decreases
B
Intensity at A increases while that at B and C decreases
C
Intensity at A and B decreases whereas intensity at C increases
D
Intensity at A and C increases and that at B decreases
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The dielectric gets polarized as shown. Induced charges will also contribute in electric field. So, intensity at point A and C will increase and at B intensity will decrease.
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