NEET Physics Potential Difference MCQ Question
What is the significance of potential difference in electrostatics?
It determines the work done by an external force in moving a charge.
It measures the total charge stored in a capacitor.
It indicates the temperature of the conductor.
It reflects the resistance of the circuit element.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The potential difference is physically significant as it represents the work done by an external force in bringing a unit positive charge from infinity to a point, as stated in the NCERT context.
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