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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