What happens to the data stored in a volatile memory chip when the power supply is interrupted?

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4 Apr 2019
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Volatile memory requires a continuous power supply to retain data. When the power is turned off, all stored information is lost. This is why volatile memory is not suitable for permanent data storage.

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