Two identical conducting spheres having unequal positive charges $q_1$ and $q_2$ separated by distance $r$. If they are made to touch each other and then separated again to the same distance, the electrostatic force between them in this case will be :-

  • A

    less than before

  • B

    same as before

  • C

    more than before

  • D

    zero

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