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Three identical metal plates of area A are at distance d1  & d2 from each other. Metal plate A is uncharged, while plate B & C have respective charges +q & -q. If metal plates A & C are connected by switch K through a consumer of unknown resistance, what energy does the consumer give out to its surrounding?
Assume d1=d2=d

PhysicsElectrostaticsNEET
Options:
  • A q2d4ε0A
  • B q2dε0A
  • C q2d2ε0A
  • D 2q2dε0A
Solution:
1899 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: q2d4ε0A




We know that

Energy loss = 12C2C+C×V2 = 12C2×q2C2

= q24C = q2d4ε0A

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