Physics · JEE | Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
हिन्दीA test charge \( q \) is moved slowly from point \( \text{R} \) to point \( \text{P} \) against a repulsive electrostatic force due to a source charge \( Q > 0 \) placed at the origin. If the work done by the external force is \( W_{RP} \), the potential energy difference \( \Delta U = U_P - U_R \) is given by:
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Correct answer · Option C
\( W_{RP} \)
Explanation
The potential energy difference between two points is defined as the work done by an external force in moving the test charge from R to P without acceleration, hence \( \Delta U = U_P - U_R = W_{RP} \).