KCET2023PhysicsElectrostatics
A uniform electric field vector E exists along horizontal direction as shown. The electric potential at A is V_A . A small point charge q is slowly taken from A to B along the curved path as shown. The potential energy of the charge when it is at point B is
Options
- Aq [V_A-E x ]
- Bq [V_A+E x ]
- Cq [E x-V_A ]
- Dq E x
Correct answer
A. q [V_A-E x ]
Step-by-step solution
Potential energy at B= Potential difference Charge + Energy spent by moving charge from A to B=V_A q-q E x=q (V_A-E x )