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Published on: August 13, 2026
A 
capacitor is charged by 
supply. It is then disconnected from the supply and is connected to another uncharged 
capacitor. Electrostatic energy lost in the process is 
.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
6
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Initial energy 
When connected to another uncharged capacitor
Charge will be equally distributed on identical capacitor 
Final energy 
Energy lost 
Initial energy - Final energy
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