Question
Physics Question on electrostatic potential and capacitance
Figure shows some equipotential lines distributed in space. A charged object is moved from point A to point B
A
The work done in figure (i) is the greatest
B
The work done in figure (ii) is the least
C
The work done is the same in figure (i), (ii) and (iii)
D
The work done in figure (iii) is greater than figure (ii) but equal to that in figure (i)
Answer
The work done is the same in figure (i), (ii) and (iii)
Explanation
Solution
In all the three figures, VA=20V and VB=40V Work done in carrying a charge q from A to B is W=q(VB−VA) Hence, work done is same in all figures