Competency #8
Answer and Explanation
A Van de Graaff generator uses a moving belt to remove electrons from the metal sphere at the top. Identify the work that must be done to separate the positive and negative charges.
Answer:
Work is needed to move the belt. Without a moving belt, the Van de Graaff generator would be unable to increase the electrical potential energy of the metal sphere.
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