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For a parallel plate capacitor, what does 'A' represent?
A represents the area of the plates.
For a parallel plate capacitor, what does 'd' represent?
d represents the distance between the plates.
In the equation , what does represent?
represents the permittivity of free space.
In a parallel plate capacitor diagram, what do the plates represent?
The plates represent conductive surfaces that accumulate charge.
In a parallel plate capacitor diagram, what does the distance 'd' represent?
The distance 'd' represents the separation between the two conductive plates.
What is the definition of capacitance (C)?
Capacitance (C) is the constant of proportionality between the charge (Q) stored on a capacitor and the potential difference (V) between its plates:
What is a capacitor?
A capacitor is a device that stores electrical charge and potential energy in an electric field.
What is a Farad (F)?
The Farad (F) is the unit for capacitance, where 1 F = 1 C/V.
What is a dielectric?
A dielectric is an insulating material placed between the plates of a capacitor to increase its capacitance.
Define potential difference (V) in the context of capacitors.
The potential difference (V) is the voltage between the plates of the capacitor, proportional to the charge stored.