Physics-Potential Difference
NEET Physics Potential Difference MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
What is the energy gained by an electron when it is accelerated by a potential difference of 1 volt?
A
6 × 10^-19 J
B
6 × 10^-18 J
C
6 × 10^-20 J
D
6 × 10^-21 J
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, an electron with charge e = 1.6 × 10^-19 C accelerated by a potential difference of 1 volt gains energy of qDV = 1.6 × 10^-19 J.
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