Two conducting spheres of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ are charged to the same surface charge density. The ratio of electric fields near their surfaces is

  • A
    $r_1^2 / r_2^2$
  • B
    $r_2^2 / r_1^2$
  • C
    $r_1 / r_2$
  • D
    $1: 1$

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