KCET2026PhysicsElectrostatics
A point charge is placed in a moving train. A passenger A sitting in the train and person B on the ground observe the fields due to this charge. Then
Options
- AA observes both electric and magnetic fields
- BB observes both electric and magnetic fields
- CA observes only magnetic field
- DB observes only electric field
Correct answer
B. B observes both electric and magnetic fields
Step-by-step solution
For observer A sitting in the train, the point charge is at rest. A stationary charge produces only an electric field. Thus, A observes only an electric field. For observer B standing on the ground, the point charge is moving with the velocity of the train. A moving charge produces both an electric field and a magnetic field. Thus, B observes both electric and magnetic fields. Answer: B observes both electric and magnetic fields