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How does the value of the electrostatic force vary with the value (how many) of the charges?

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Answer:

Electrostatic force is directly proportional to the amount of charge on each body under consideration.

Electrostatic force increases with increase in charge.

Electrostatic force decreases with decrease in charge.

Step-by-step explanation:

Electrostatic force is the force between 2 charges which can be explained by the Coulomb's Law:

F= K (q₁)(q₂)/r²

Where

F= Electrostatic Force

K = Constant of Proportionality

(q₁) and (q₂) = Amount of charge on each body

r = Distance between two bodies carrying charge

If the value of (q₁) or (q₂) is increased considering the other factors remain constant, the value of F will also increase.

And vice versa.

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