Question

If no thermal energy is developed as the charge goes through the battery, then such a battery is called

• A. an ideal battery
• B. an ideal dielectric
• C. an ideal capacitor
• D. an ideal resistor

Hint:

An ideal battery delivers power without any loss as heat. It has no internal resistance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Definition of an ideal battery.
An ideal battery is one that provides a constant potential difference (voltage) without any internal resistance. No energy is lost as heat, so no thermal energy is developed when charge flows through it.
Step 2: Analyze the options.
- Ideal dielectric: a material that doesn’t conduct charge.
- Ideal capacitor: a perfect capacitor with no losses or imperfections.
- Ideal resistor: a resistor with no internal heat dissipation (not possible in real life).
Step 3: Conclusion.
The battery that does not develop any thermal energy when charge flows through it is called an ideal battery.
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