How does the potential of the conductor decreases when it is charged

In summary, when a conductor is charged, the excess charge redistributes itself on the surface of the conductor causing the potential to decrease. The potential of a conductor is directly proportional to the amount of charge it holds, meaning that as the charge increases, the potential decreases. The shape of the conductor does not affect its potential when charged as long as it is a perfect conductor. The potential of a conductor decreases as the distance from the charged object increases due to the decrease in electric field strength. The potential of a conductor decreases when it is charged because the excess charge creates an electric field that repels additional charges, causing the potential to decrease.
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how does the potential of the conductor decreases when it is charged by a charged body that means if the negative charges are attracted or repeled due to nearby charged body the potential decreases .how is that
 
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Can you please rephrase your question as I fail to comprehend it completely.
 
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how does the potential of the conductor decreases when it is charged by a charged body

Charging a body induces an increase in potential, not decrease. As for the rest of your question, I don't really know what you are referring to.
 

FAQ: How does the potential of the conductor decreases when it is charged

How does charging affect the potential of a conductor?

When a conductor is charged, the excess charge redistributes itself on the surface of the conductor. This rearrangement of charge causes the potential of the conductor to decrease.

What is the relationship between charge and potential of a conductor?

The potential of a conductor is directly proportional to the amount of charge it holds. This means that as the charge on the conductor increases, the potential decreases.

Does the shape of the conductor affect its potential when charged?

No, the shape of the conductor does not affect its potential when charged. As long as the conductor is a perfect conductor, the potential will be the same regardless of its shape.

How does the potential of a conductor change with distance from the charged object?

The potential of a conductor decreases as the distance from the charged object increases. This is because the electric field strength decreases with distance, causing the potential to decrease as well.

Why does the potential of a conductor decrease when it is charged?

When a conductor is charged, the excess charge on its surface creates an electric field that repels any additional charges from entering the conductor. This repulsion causes the potential of the conductor to decrease.

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