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How does the value of the electrostatic force vary with the value (how many) of the charges?
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Answer:
Electrostatic force is directly proportional to the amount of charge on each body under consideration.
Electrostatic force increases with increase in charge.
Electrostatic force decreases with decrease in charge.
Explanation:
Electrostatic force is the force between 2 charges which can be explained by the Coulomb’s Law:
F= K (q₁)(q₂)/r²
Where
F= Electrostatic Force
K = Constant of Proportionality
(q₁) and (q₂) = Amount of charge on each body
r = Distance between two bodies carrying charge
If the value of (q₁) or (q₂) is increased considering the other factors remain constant, the value of F will also increase.
And vice versa.