AIIMS2000Physics-Electrostatics

AIIMS 2000 Physics Potential Energy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12

Potential energy of equal +ve charge 1 μC held 1 m apart in air is

A

1 J

B

9 × 10⁻³ eV

C

zero

D

9 × 10⁻³ J

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The potential energy between two charges is given by the formula U = k(q₁q₂/r). Substituting the given values, the potential energy is 9 × 10⁻³ J.

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