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A potential field is shown by its equipotential surfaces. At point P, the electric field E is 

a
Parallel to the equipotential surface passing through that point.
b
Parallel to the more positive equipotential surface.
c
Normal to the equipotential surface passing through that point and is directed towards equipotential surface of higher potential .
d
Normal to the equipotential surface passing through that point and is directed towards equipotential surface of lower potential .

detailed solution

Correct option is D

Electric field is always normal to equipotential surface and directed from higher to lower potential .

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