If the dielectric breakdown field in air is 3 × 10^6 V/m, what potential difference is involved with a 3 cm spark?

a. 1.0 × 10^8 V
c. 9 × 10^4 V
b. 9 × 10^6 V
d. 1.0 × 10^10 V


C

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