When a proton is accelerated through 1 V, then its kinetic

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When a proton is accelerated through 1 V, then its kinetic energy will be

1. 1840 eV
2. 13.6 eV
3. 1 eV
4. 0.54 eV

Correct Option: C

Potential difference (V) = 1V,
K.E. acquired = qV
= 1.6 × 10^-19 × 1
= 1.6 × 10^-19 joules = 1 eV