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When is a stage reached where the net force of attraction balances the force of repulsion?

Options

  1. AWhen potential energy is at its maximum.
  2. BWhen potential energy is at its minimum.
  3. CWhen the attractive force is less than the repulsive force.
  4. DCannot be determined.

Correct answer

B. When potential energy is at its minimum.

Step-by-step solution

Ultimately a stage is reached where the net force of attraction balances the force of repulsion and the system acquires minimum energy.

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