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(A ): Sharper is the curvature of spot on a charged body lesser will be the surface density of charge at that point.
(R ): Electric field is zero inside a charged conductor.

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Both .A. and .R. are true and .R. is the correct explanation of .A.

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Both .A. and .R. are tru and .R. is not the correct explanation of .A.

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A. is true and .R. is false

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A. is false and .R. is true

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To solve the given question, we need to analyze both the assertion (A) and the reason (R) provided. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion (A)**: - The assertion states: "Sharper is the curvature of a spot on a charged body, lesser will be the surface density of charge at that point." - Surface charge density (σ) is defined as the amount of charge (Q) per unit area (A) on the surface: \[ \sigma = \frac{Q}{A} \] - If the curvature of a spot is sharper, it implies that the area (A) at that point is smaller. 2. **Analyzing the Relationship**: - Since surface charge density is inversely proportional to the area: - If the area (A) is smaller (due to sharper curvature), the surface charge density (σ) must be greater, not lesser. - Therefore, the assertion is incorrect because it states the opposite. 3. **Understanding the Reason (R)**: - The reason states: "Electric field is zero inside a charged conductor." - According to electrostatic principles, when a conductor is charged, the charges redistribute themselves on the surface of the conductor. - Inside the conductor, the electric field (E) is indeed zero because the charges balance out any internal electric fields. 4. **Conclusion**: - Assertion (A) is false because it incorrectly states the relationship between curvature and surface charge density. - Reason (R) is true as it accurately describes the behavior of electric fields inside a charged conductor. - Therefore, the correct conclusion is that A is false and R is true. ### Final Answer: - Assertion (A) is false. - Reason (R) is true.
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