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Answer: An energy of 0.1 J is stored in the metal sphere
Chapter 22, Problem 8P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 8P
An energy of 0.1 J is stored in the metal sphere on top of a Van de Graaff generator. A spark carrying 1 microcoulomb (10−6 C) discharges the sphere. Show that the sphere’s potential relative to ground is 1 00,000 V?
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QUESTION:
Problem 8P
An energy of 0.1 J is stored in the metal sphere on top of a Van de Graaff generator. A spark carrying 1 microcoulomb (10−6 C) discharges the sphere. Show that the sphere’s potential relative to ground is 1 00,000 V?
ANSWER:
Answer :
Given : Potential Energy ( P.E) = 0.1 J
Charge (Iq) = 1.0 x 10–6 C
show that : Potential difference = 100,000 V