Physics-Potential Difference

NEET Physics Potential Difference Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12

Assertion (A): When a charge moves through a potential difference, it gains or loses energy. | Reason (R): The work done in moving a charge between two points is equal to the charge multiplied by the potential difference between those points.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false but R is true.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, the work done in moving a charge q from one point to another is q times the potential difference, which translates to the energy gained or lost by the charge.

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