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Answer: An energy of 0.1 J is stored in the metal sphere

Chapter 22, Problem 8P

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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?

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Answer :

 Given :  Potential Energy ( P.E) = 0.1 J

              Charge (Iq) = 1.0 x 10–6 C

show that : Potential difference = 100,000 V

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