Question

The work done in bringing a unit positive charge from infinity to a given point against the direction of electric field is known as:

• A. electric flux
• B. magnetic potential
• C. electric potential
• D. gravitational potential

Hint:

Electric potential is a scalar quantity and is useful for calculating electric potential energy in electrostatics.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Electric potential (\( V \)) at a point is defined as the work done per unit charge to bring a positive test charge from infinity to that point.
\[ V = \frac{W}{q}. \] Step 2: This potential depends on the electric field but not on the path taken, as electrostatic forces are conservative.