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PHY 102 Coulomb's law and Electric Fields Objective Question

Question

The electron volt (eV) is defined as the work done in carrying a charge of +e (coulombs) through a potential rise of exactly what voltage?
Options
A 1 Volt
Correct Answer
B 1 Joule
C 1 Coulomb
D 1 Farad
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to page 12, 'The work done in carrying a charge +e (coulombs) through a potential rise of exactly 1 volt is defined to be 1 electron volt (eV).'

Hint

The name 'electron volt' directly implies its definition in terms of a unit of potential.

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