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The electric potential energy stored in the capacitor of a defibrillator is 73 j, and the capacitance is 120 f. what is the potential difference that exists across the capacitor plates?

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The relationship between electrical potential energy (PE), capacitance (C), and potential difference (V) can be expressed through the equation,

V = PE / C

V is equal to the quotient of potential energy and capacitance.

When we substitute the known values from the item,

V = 73 J/ 120 C

V = 0.61 J/C

Thus, the voltage or potential difference is equal to 0.61 V.

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