Energy in Capacitors: a Charge of 2

question 8

Multiple Choice

Energy in capacitors: A charge of 2.00 μC flows onto the plates of a capacitor when it is connected to a 12.0-V potential source. What is the minimum amount of work that must be done in charging this capacitor?

• A) 6.00 μJ
• B) 24.0 μJ
• C) 12.0 μJ
• D) 144 μJ
• E) 576 μJ

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