Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Capacitors
One plate of a parallel-plate capacitor with a capacitance of 0.1...
One plate of a parallel-plate capacitor with a capacitance of is given a charge of , while the other plate is given a charge of . Determine the potential difference developed between the plates.
Options
- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
A.
Step-by-step solution
Let the charges on the two plates be and .
The charge appearing on the inner surfaces of the plates is given by .
Substituting the given values, and :
The potential difference between the plates is given by .
Substituting and :
The charge appearing on the inner surfaces of the plates is given by .
Substituting the given values, and :
The potential difference between the plates is given by .
Substituting and :