Physics Work, Energy, Power and Collision Work Done by Constant and Variable Force MCQ (Single Correct)

The given plot shows the variation of U, the potential energy of interaction between two particles with the distance separating them is r. Then which of the following statements is / are correct.:

A
B and D are equilibrium points
B
C is a point of stable equilibrium
C
The force of interaction between the two particles is attractive between points C and D and repulsive between points D and E on the curve.
D
The force of interaction between the particles is repulsive between points E and F on the curve

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(b, d) At point 'C', the potential energy is minimum, hence it is a point of stable equilibrium.

Also, from E to F, the slope is negative i.e.,

F = – F is +ve so repulsive

Hence, the force of interaction between the particles is repulsive between points E and F.

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