$A$ cylindrical capacitor has two cylinders of radii $1.4\,cm$ and $1.5\,cm$ and length $15\,cm$. The outer cylinder is earthed and the inner cylinder is given a charge of $3.5\,\mu C$. Determine the capacitance of the system and the potential of the inner cylinder.

  • A
    $1.21 \times 10^{-10}\,F, 2.89 \times 10^4\,V$
  • B
    $2.12 \times 10^{-10}\,F, 3.00 \times 10^4\,V$
  • C
    $1.29 \times 10^{-10}\,F, 2.00 \times 10^4\,V$
  • D
    $3.22 \times 10^{-10}\,F, 2.00 \times 10^7\,V$

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