Which of the following is/are correct?
I Magnitude of electric field at a point decreases inversely as square of distance of that point &om the charge.
II E is strong near the charge.

Options

A. I and II both are correct
B. I and II both are Incorrect
C. I Is correct and II Is Incorrect
D. Is Incorrect and 11 is correct

Answer

To solve the question, we need to analyze both statements regarding the electric field produced by a point charge.

### Step-by-Step Solution:

1. **Understanding Electric Field (E)**:
The electric field (E) created by a point charge (Q) at a distance (r) from the charge is given by the formula:
\[ E = \frac{1}{4\pi \epsilon_0} \cdot \frac{Q}{r^2} \]
where \(\epsilon_0\) is the permittivity of free space.

2. **Analyzing Statement I**:
The first statement claims that the magnitude of the electric field at a point decreases inversely as the square of the distance from the charge.
- From the formula, we see that \(E\) is proportional to \(\frac{1}{r^2}\).
- This means as the distance \(r\) increases, the electric field \(E\) decreases, confirming that it decreases inversely with the square of the distance.
- **Conclusion**: Statement I is correct.

3. **Analyzing Statement II**:
The second statement claims that the electric field (E) is strong near the charge.
- Electric field strength is related to the density of electric field lines. Closer to the charge, the lines are denser, indicating a stronger electric field.
- As we move away from the charge, the density of the electric field lines decreases, which means the electric field strength also decreases.
- **Conclusion**: Statement II is also correct.

4. **Final Conclusion**:
Both statements I and II are correct. Therefore, the answer to the question is that both statements are true.