Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 12
Consider a capacitor initially charged to q_m connected to an ideal inductor forming an LC circuit. When the switch is closed, which of the following statements correctly describes the energy distribution in the circuit at the very start of the oscillation?
A
All energy is stored in the capacitor as electric energy.
B
All energy is stored in the inductor as magnetic energy.
C
Energy is equally distributed between the capacitor and inductor.
D
Energy is dissipated as heat in the circuit.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
At the start of the oscillation, the capacitor is fully charged and the energy is stored as electric energy in the capacitor (U = 1/2 C q_m^2), with no current flowing, so the inductor stores no energy.
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