alleryStart learning →The electric field is related to the potential V by which relation?
AE is V multiplied by r
BE is the negative gradient of V
CE is V divided by r squared
DE is the integral of V
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. E is the negative gradient of V
E = -dV/dx, so the field points in the direction of fastest decrease of potential.
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