Physics-Electric Potential
NEET Physics Electric Potential MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 12
Consider a diagram where two point charges, +q and -q, are placed along the x-axis at positions x = -a and x = +a, respectively. Which of the following statements about the electric potential at a point on the y-axis at a distance r from the origin is correct?
A
The potential is zero at all points on the y-axis.
B
The potential varies inversely with the square of the distance from the origin.
C
The potential is a result of the superposition of potentials due to +q and -q.
D
The potential is independent of the distance from the origin.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The electric potential due to a dipole is the sum of potentials from its charges, as per the superposition principle. This is covered in Chunk 3.
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