Cavity in Sphere: What Happens with a Third Charge?

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The introduction of a third charge near a neutral conducting sphere with two spherical cavities containing point charges qA and qB will affect the overall electric field and charge distribution. The outcome is contingent on the relative signs of the charges and the constraints imposed on their movement. If the charges are fixed, the influence of the third charge will be different compared to a scenario where they can move freely. The interaction will primarily involve electromagnetic forces, which dictate the behavior of the charges. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for predicting the resulting electric field and potential changes in the sphere's charge distribution.
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I am thinking over this,
there are two spherical cavities in the interior of a neutral conducting sphere.the cavities have point charges qA and qB respectively at their centres.
What will happen when we bring a third charge near the sphere...
 
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It all depends, particularly on the relative sign of the charges, and whether they are held in place by non-electromagnetic forces. It's all about forces and constraints.

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Reilly Atkinson
 
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