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IB Physics HL D.2.17 Electric field applications Question Bank

Practise IB Physics HL D.2.17 Electric field applications with questions interpreting electric-field graphs, potential changes and physical consequences.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the relevant physical quantity, model or diagram
  • apply the correct equation and units to the evidence
  • justify the result using conservation laws, fields or energy relationships

D.2.17 (HL)—Electric equipotentials question 1

[Maximum number: 2]

Hydrogen atoms in an ultraviolet (UV) lamp make transitions from the first excited state to the ground state. Photons are emitted and are incident on a photoelectric surface as shown.

Figure for Question D.2.17 (HL)—Electric equipotentials question 1 — IB Physics HL

The electric potential of the photoelectric surface is 0 V . The variable voltage is adjusted so that the collecting plate is at -1.2 V .

photoelectric surface

On the diagram, draw and label the equipotential lines at -0.4 V and -0.8 V .

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