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When one electron is taken towards the other electron, then the electric potential energy of the system

A

decreases

B

increases

C

remains unchanged

D

becomes zero

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The correct Answer is:
B
Potential energy of the system will be given by
`=((-e)(-e))/(4pi epsilon_(0)r) = (e^(2))/(4pi epsilon_(0)r)`
As `r` decreases, potential energy increases.
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