The electrostatic potential on the surface of a charged conducting sphere is 100V. Two statements are made in this regard: S₁ : At any point inside the sphere, electric field intensity is zero. S₂ : At any point inside the sphere, the electrostatic potential is 100V. Which of the following is a correct statement?
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The electrostatic potential on the surface of a charged conducting sphere is 100V. Two statements are made in this regard: S₁ : At any point inside the sphere, electric field intensity is zero. S₂ : At any point inside the sphere, the electrostatic potential is 100V. Which of the following is a correct statement?

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G1 Physics · Accepted Answer

Step 1: In electrostatic equilibrium, E = 0 inside a conductor and the conductor is an equipotential. Surface charges adjust so the boundary condition field just outside·𝐧 = σ/ε₀ is satisfied. Step 2: For connected conductors set their potentials equal; for sheets use electrostatic pressure p = ε₀E²/2 when appropriate. Step 3: Apply charge conservation and the given geometry. Final: C: S₁ is true, S₂ is also true and S₁ is the cause of S₂..