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What is potential energy?

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in a system due to the relative positions or configuration of its constituents. In electrostatics, it is equal to the work done against the electrostatic force in arranging the charges.

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Chapter 8: Electrostatics - Intext Questions [Page 186]

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Balbharati Physics [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 8 Electrostatics
Intext Questions | Q 2. | Page 186
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