Two spherical conductors each of capacity $C$ are charged to potentials $V$ and $-V$. These are then connected by means of a fine wire. The loss of energy will be

  • A
    Zero
  • B
    $\frac{1}{2}CV^2$
  • C
    $CV^2$
  • D
    $2CV^2$

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