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A shell of radius R has surface charge density σ. What is its total charge?
A4πRσ
B4πR2σ
C(4/3)πR3σ
D2πR2σ
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 4πR2σ
Charge is surface density times the shell's area 4πR2.
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