Which arrangement of voltmeter is better for measuring p.d. across a capacitor?

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The discussion centers on two arrangements for measuring the potential difference (p.d.) across a capacitor using a voltmeter and ammeter. Arrangement 1 places the voltmeter in parallel with the capacitor, while Arrangement 2 positions it in series with the ammeter. If the ammeter has resistance, Arrangement 2 is favored for more accurate readings since it avoids measuring the p.d. across the ammeter. However, some experiments have successfully used Arrangement 1, suggesting it may have specific advantages in certain contexts. The debate highlights the importance of considering the ammeter's resistance when choosing the measurement setup.
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1.  ----┤├----(ammeter)-------
    |  cap                |
    |                  |
    └------(voltmeter)-----┘

     
2.  ----┤├----(ammeter)-------
    | cap     |
    |       |
    └ (voltmeter)┘

Two different arrangement of voltmeter are used to measure the p.d. across the cap. What are the pros & cons of using arrangement 1 ?
can anyone help me with this question? :smile:
 
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If the ampere meter is ideal (that is, it has no resistance), then there is no difference. So let's assume the ampere meter does have some resistance, which of the arrangements would give a more accurate reading for de potential difference over the capacitator?
 
i think arrangement 2 would give a more accurate reading as it doen't involve
the p.d. across the ammeter . But then what is the advantage of using 1 :confused: i saw some experiments using it...
 
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