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A hollow metal sphere of radius `5 cm` is charged so that the potential on its surface is `10 V`. The potential at the centre of the sphere is

A

zero

B

10 V

C

same as at a point 5 cm away from the surface

D

same as at a point 25 cm away from the surface.

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b. Concept: The potential at the surface of a sphere is the same as the potential at the center of the sphere.
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