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pankazmaurya
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how can it be proved that the otherside of the charged parallel plate capacitor has some charge on it
Parallel plate capactiors otherside plate
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To prove this, you can use an ammeter on each side of the capacitor or Kirchoffs current law, assuming conservation of electric charge. Remember that current is charge flow per unit time, represented by q=it or i=q/t. In summary, the other side of the charged parallel plate capacitor has equal and opposite charges, which can be proven by using an ammeter or Kirchoffs current law.
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Naty1
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Depends what you mean by "prove"...
In fact the charges are equal and opposite...how about putting an ammeter on each side of the capacitor..one between the capacitor and the positive and the other between the capacitor and negative side of whatever supply you use...
You can also use Kirchoffs current law...if you accept conservation of electric charge.
If you remember that current is charge flow per unit time it may give you insight...q=it,
i = q/t.
In fact the charges are equal and opposite...how about putting an ammeter on each side of the capacitor..one between the capacitor and the positive and the other between the capacitor and negative side of whatever supply you use...
You can also use Kirchoffs current law...if you accept conservation of electric charge.
If you remember that current is charge flow per unit time it may give you insight...q=it,
i = q/t.
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FAQ: Parallel plate capactiors otherside plate
1. What is a parallel plate capacitor?
A parallel plate capacitor is a type of electronic component that stores electrical energy. It consists of two parallel conductive plates separated by a dielectric material.
2. How do parallel plate capacitors work?
When a voltage is applied to the plates, an electric field is created between them. This causes one plate to accumulate a positive charge and the other to accumulate a negative charge. The dielectric material between the plates helps to maintain this separation of charges, allowing the capacitor to store energy.
3. What is the purpose of the other side plate in a parallel plate capacitor?
The other side plate, also known as the second plate or return plate, is necessary for the capacitor to function properly. It serves as the second conductor and completes the circuit, allowing the capacitor to store and release electrical energy.
4. How is the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor calculated?
The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is calculated by dividing the permittivity of the dielectric material by the distance between the plates and multiplying by the area of the plates. It can also be affected by the type of dielectric material used and the shape of the plates.
5. What are some common applications of parallel plate capacitors?
Parallel plate capacitors are commonly used in electronic circuits for filtering, smoothing power supplies, and storing energy. They are also used in radio frequency applications, such as in antennas and tuning circuits.