2 parallel plate conducts and dielectric-pic included

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Start date Oct 15, 2011
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In summary, the use of parallel plate conductors and dielectric materials is to create a capacitor, which is a fundamental component in many electronic circuits. The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is directly proportional to the dielectric constant of the material placed between the plates, with a higher dielectric constant resulting in a higher capacitance. A parallel plate capacitor can store and release energy by using the electric field between the plates. The distance between the parallel plates affects the capacitance, with a larger distance resulting in a lower capacitance. The electric field in a parallel plate capacitor is responsible for storing the electrical charge on the conductive plates, with its strength being determined by the applied voltage and distance between the plates.

Oct 15, 2011

pyroknife

I uploaded the problem statement and the answer in the solution manual. I think the manual is wrong for Q2 which should've been (200V)kC2 not 200VkC1, right?

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Oct 16, 2011

pyroknife

help would be appreciated.

FAQ: 2 parallel plate conducts and dielectric-pic included

1. What is the purpose of using parallel plate conductors and dielectric materials?

The use of parallel plate conductors and dielectric materials is to create a capacitor, which is a fundamental component in many electronic circuits. The conductors store electrical charge, while the dielectric material between them helps to increase the capacitance and prevent unwanted leakage of charge.

2. How do the properties of the dielectric material affect the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor?

The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is directly proportional to the dielectric constant of the material placed between the plates. A higher dielectric constant will result in a higher capacitance, while a lower dielectric constant will result in a lower capacitance.

3. Can a parallel plate capacitor be used to store and release energy?

Yes, a parallel plate capacitor can store electrical energy in the form of an electric field between the plates. This energy can be released when the capacitor is connected to a circuit, allowing the stored charge to flow through the circuit and power devices.

4. How does the distance between the parallel plates affect the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor?

The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is inversely proportional to the distance between the plates. This means that as the distance between the plates increases, the capacitance decreases, and vice versa.

5. What is the role of the electric field in a parallel plate capacitor?

The electric field in a parallel plate capacitor is responsible for storing the electrical charge on the conductive plates. The strength of the electric field is directly proportional to the applied voltage and inversely proportional to the distance between the plates.