Electron Transfer in Spark · PhysicsBowl 2023 #25

Physics · electromagnetism

Problem

A spark is produced between two insulated surfaces, maintained at a constant potential difference of 5.0 × 10⁶ V. The energy output is 10⁻⁵ J. How many electrons have been transferred in the spark? a. 1.25 × 10⁷ b. 1.20 × 10⁷ c. 1.35 × 10⁷ d. 1.25 × 10⁶ e. 1.25 × 10⁸

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