Q64 / 68 · NEST (NISER) 2022 (Session 1) · Physics
An atom is modelled by a stationary central positive point charge $+Q$ surrounded by a spherical electron cloud (radius $R$, total charge of $-Q$ ) of uniform charge density. The electron cloud is displaced slightly from its equilibrium position and released. Assuming that the cloud maintains its shape, select the correct statement(s) from the following options.
- Correct answerAThe frequency of oscillation of electron cloud around positive charge is proportional to $R^{-3 / 2}$.
- Correct answerBThe force due to electron cloud on positive charge is inversely proportional to $R^3$.
- CThe frequency of oscillation of electron cloud around positive charge is inversely proportional to $R$.
- DThe motion of displaced electron cloud is periodic but not simple harmonic.
Hence, the correct answer is options: 'A', 'B'.