How much greater in one microcoulomb compared to an electric charge?

• A) 10¹³ times
• B) 10¹⁰ times
• C) 10¹¹ times
• D) 10⁶ times

To determine how much greater one microcoulomb is compared to an electric charge, we first need to clarify the context of "electric charge." The standard unit of electric charge is the coulomb (C). One microcoulomb (µC) is equal to \(10^{-6}\) coulombs.

Understanding the Options

Now, let's analyze the options provided:

• A) \(10^{13}\) times
• B) \(10^{10}\) times
• C) \(10^{11}\) times
• D) \(10^{6}\) times

Calculating the Comparison

To find out how much greater one microcoulomb is compared to one coulomb, we can set up the equation:

1 µC = \(10^{-6}\) C

Thus, to find how many times one microcoulomb fits into one coulomb, we calculate:

1 C / \(10^{-6}\) C = \(10^{6}\)

Final Answer

Therefore, one microcoulomb is \(10^{6}\) times smaller than one coulomb. The correct answer is:

D) \(10^{6}\) times