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Physics Electrostatics Potential & Capacitance Mix MCQ (Single Correct)

Which of the following statements is/are true about the principle of van de Graaff generator?

A
The action of sharp points. and
B
The charge given to a hollow conductor is transferred to outer surface and is distributed uniformly over it. are true.
C
It is used for accelerating uncharged particle.
D
Both

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D

Van de Graff generator- is an electrostatic generator which is devised to produce very high voltage by means of an endless belt collecting electrostatic charge from a source and transferring it to a large isolated metal sphere on which a large change accumulates.

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