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PHY 102 Coulomb's law and Electric Fields Objective Question
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What is the definition of Electrical Potential Energy (PEE)?
Options
A The force exerted on a unit positive test charge.
B The work done to carry a charge q from infinity to a point where the absolute potential is V.
Correct Answer
C The potential difference between two points in an electric field.
D The charge stored per unit potential difference.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

As per page 11, 'To carry a charge q from infinity to a point where the absolute potential is V, work in the amount qV must be done on the charge. This work appears as electrical potential energy (PEE).'

Hint

PEE is related to the work done against electric forces and absolute potential.

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Coulomb's law and Electric Fields
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 849 of 1819
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