The potential energy of a system of two equal negative point charges of $2 \mu C$ each,held $1 \ m$ apart in air,is . . . . . . . $\left( k = 9 \times 10^9 \text{ SI units} \right)$

  • A
    $3.6 \times 10^{-3} \text{ J}$
  • B
    $3.6 \times 10^{-2} \text{ J}$
  • C
    $36 \text{ J}$
  • D
    $3.6 \text{ J}$

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