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How does the electrostatic force between two point charges change, when a dielectric medium is introduced between them ?

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Electrostatic force between the two point charges decreases when a dielectric medium is placed between them.
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  • A parallel plate capacitor has a capacity C . The separation between the plates is doubled and a dielectric medium is inserted between the plates . If the capacity is 3 C , then the dielectric constant of the meium will be :

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    B
    3
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    Remains the same
    C
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