Two conductors of the same shape and size,one of copper and the other of aluminium (which is less conducting),are placed in a uniform electric field. What can be said about the charge induced in the aluminium conductor?

  • A
    Will be less than in copper
  • B
    Will be more than in copper
  • C
    Will be equal to that in copper
  • D
    Will not be connected with copper

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