electric field
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A region of space around a charged object in which another charge would feel a force.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The strength of the _____ decreases the further you move from the charged sphere."
Answer: electric field
In your own words, what does "electric field" mean?
A region of space around a charged object in which another charge would feel a force.
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