The Electric potential approaches \infty as you move closer and closer to the charge (as r -> 0).
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Electric potential (V) at a point in an electric field is defined as the work done in bringing a unit positive charge from infinity to that point. It is a scalar quantity and is measured in volts (V). Show more…
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