Question in picture A positive point source charge is located at O which creates a radially symmetric electric field as indicated in the diagram below. A positivepoint charge is located at A. Explain(a) why no electrostatic work is done on the particle initially at A if it is moved from A to Calong the circular segments of the stepped path.(b) why electrostatic work is only done on the particle when it is moved along the radial segments of the stepped path from A to C.(c) Is the potential difference VAC positive, negative or zero? Give a reason for your answer.Field does workon particle duringradial segments..... but not duringcircular segments.

If the charge is moved along the circular segments, it moves in the equipotential surface. Hence, in…

Answered: A positive point source charge is…

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