JEE MainPhysicsCapacitorMCQ+4 / −1
Two capacitors and are charged to and respectively. It is found that connecting them together the potential on each one can be made zero. Then
- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: B
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Given
Two capacitors and are initially charged to potentials:
We are told that by connecting them together, the final potential on each can be made zero.
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Interpretation
For the final common potential to be zero, the algebraic sum of charges must be zero when they are connected with opposite polarities.
Initial charges:
Since the final potential is zero, the net charge after connection must be zero: or
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Simplify
Divide by :
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Match with options
This corresponds to: Option B:
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Verification of other options
- A: — incorrect
- B: — correct
- C: — impossible for positive capacitances
- D: — incorrect
Therefore, the correct answer is B.
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