Physics Laboratory Manual
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ISBN: 9781133950639
Author: David Loyd
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 27, Problem 1PLA
To determine
The definition of capacitance.
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Answer to Problem 1PLA
Capacitance is defined as charge per unit voltage.
Explanation of Solution
Capacitance is the ability of the capacitor to store electric charge in it. And it is defined as the charge per unit voltage.
Mathematically,
Here,
Conclusion:
Thus, capacitance is defined as charge per unit voltage.
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