Question

The standard symbols used for electrostatic potential and electrostatic potential energy, respectively, are:

Options

• (V) and (U)

• (U) and (V)

• (E) and (W)

• (W) and (q)

Answer 1

Electrostatic potential is denoted by the symbol (V), while electrostatic potential energy is denoted by the symbol (U). Distinguishing these symbols prevents confusion between work done per unit charge and total energy of the charge.