Electrostatics - hollow charged sphere

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In electrostatics, the electric field within a charged conductor is zero, and the field is perpendicular to the surface. For a hollow charged sphere, the electric field inside the hollow area is also zero. This principle is a standard exercise in electrostatics, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying concepts. Calculating or reasoning this out independently is crucial for grasping the topic. Engaging with the problem enhances comprehension of electrostatic principles.
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So we have a cross sectoin of a sphere that is charged with Q (refer to attachment). electrostatics say the electric field within a charged conductor is 0, and the electric field is perpendicular to the surface.

But for a hollow charged sphere (like in the attachment), does the hollow area within the sphere have a electric field of 0 too?
 

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Good question - how would you go about finding out?

No ... seriously... this is a standard exercise in electrostatics.
It is important to your understanding for you to do the calculation (or reason it out) for yourself.
 
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