A cloud carries a charge of 1000C at a potential of 5 kV. If the cloud discharge, the amount of energy released:
5×106J
2.5×106J
107J
5×103J
A
5×106J
B
2.5×106J
C
107J
D
5×103J
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Work done to more charge =q.Δv ∴ Energy released when cloud is discharged=1000×5×103 =5×106 J
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