Two oppositely charged objects are separated by a small distance. The objects are then moved three times farther apart from each other. Which of the following statements best describes what happens to the electrical force between the objects?
A)The force of attraction increases.
B)The force of attraction decreases.
C)The force of attraction becomes zero.
D)The force of attraction stays the same.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The electrical force between two charged objects is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them (Coulomb's Law). Therefore, if the distance is tripled, the force of attraction decreases.

Two Oppositely Charged Objects Are Separated by a Small Distance