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IB Physics HL D 2 11 Hl Electric Potential Energy Questions

Practise IB Physics HL D.2.11 with questions linking electric potential energy to charge, field direction and work between points.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • Relate electric potential, charge and electric potential energy using EPE=qV or an equivalent potential-difference expression.
  • Use conservation of energy to compare electric potential energy and kinetic energy and determine whether a charged particle reaches or collides with a conductor.
  • Interpret the sign and magnitude of electric potential energy for positive and negative charges in an electric field.

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Study D.2.11 (HL)—Electric potential energy conceptsOpen the corresponding Concept lesson for explanations, examples and exam connections.

IB Physics HL D 2 11 Hl Electric Potential Energy Questions question 1

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An electron is fixed in position in a uniform electric field. What is the position for which the electrical potential energy of the electron is greatest?

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