Physics Electrostatics Potential & Capacitance Karnataka - CET Previous Year Question MCQ (Single Correct)

A gaussian sphere encloses an electric dipole within it. The total flux across the sphere is

A
zero
B
half that due to a single charge
C
double that due to a single charge
D
dependent on the position of the dipole.

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The correct answer is:
A

Total electric flux

The question should have been an enclosed surface' and not a gaussian surface. Any enclosed surface cannot be a gaussian surface.

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