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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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