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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

Question

The energy required to charge a 10μF capacitor to 100V is
Options
A 0.05J
Correct Answer
B 0.01J
C 0.5J
D 0.01J
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

E = ½CV² = ½ × 10×10⁻⁶ × 100² = 0.05J

Hint

Use the standard formula for work done to charge a capacitor.

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