After a point charge, +7Q, is placed inside the cavity of a conductor, electrostatic equilibrium is attained. After an additional charge of amount, -5Q, is placed on the surface of the inner cavity. electrostatic equilibrium is attained once again. What is the net charge on the inner and outer surfaces of the conductor, respectively?

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**Explanation of the Diagram:**

The diagram illustrates a conductor with a cavity inside it. Within this cavity, a charge of +7Q is placed. The surrounding material is labeled as "Conducting Material," and the space inside is labeled as "Cavity."

**Description of the Problem:**

A point charge, +7Q, is initially placed inside the cavity of a conductor, achieving electrostatic equilibrium. Subsequently, an additional charge of -5Q is placed on the surface of the inner cavity, leading to a new state of electrostatic equilibrium. The question asks for the net charge on the inner and outer surfaces of the conductor, respectively.

**Answer Choices:**

a. -2Q, -7Q  
b. -7Q, -2Q  
c. +7Q, +2Q  
d. -7Q, +2Q  
e. +7Q, -2Q

**Objective:**

Determine the correct net charges on the inner and outer surfaces of the conductor after equilibrium is reached with the additional charge.
Transcribed Image Text:**Explanation of the Diagram:** The diagram illustrates a conductor with a cavity inside it. Within this cavity, a charge of +7Q is placed. The surrounding material is labeled as "Conducting Material," and the space inside is labeled as "Cavity." **Description of the Problem:** A point charge, +7Q, is initially placed inside the cavity of a conductor, achieving electrostatic equilibrium. Subsequently, an additional charge of -5Q is placed on the surface of the inner cavity, leading to a new state of electrostatic equilibrium. The question asks for the net charge on the inner and outer surfaces of the conductor, respectively. **Answer Choices:** a. -2Q, -7Q b. -7Q, -2Q c. +7Q, +2Q d. -7Q, +2Q e. +7Q, -2Q **Objective:** Determine the correct net charges on the inner and outer surfaces of the conductor after equilibrium is reached with the additional charge.
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