Problem 2: Given this network of capacitors: C2 C1 4 uF 1 uF C3 3 uF C4 2 uF C5 2 uF Assuming the dielectric of each capacitor is air and the network is connected to Vab = 30V supply, calculate the following: What is The equivalent capacitance between a and b.

Problem 2: Given this network of capacitors: C2 C1 4 uF 1 uF C3 3 uF C4 2 uF C5 2 uF Assuming the dielectric of each capacitor is air and the network is connected to Vab = 30V supply, calculate the following: What is The equivalent capacitance between a and b.

University Physics Volume 2

18th Edition

ISBN:9781938168161

Author:OpenStax

Publisher:OpenStax

Chapter8: Capacitance

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 61P: The dielectric to be used in a parallel-plate capacitor has a dielectric constant of 3.60 and a...

See similar textbooks

Related questions

Q: A 2.5 micro coloumb point charge is 4cm away from a -4.3 micro coloumb point charge. Find the magnit...

Q: Adiver makes 3.Orevolutions on the way from a A.9-m-high platform to the water. Assuming zero initia...

Q: Two capacitors in series, C;= 9.0 uF and C2= 5.0 uF, are connected to a 12.0 V battery. What is the ...

Q: An automobile is driven at 30 mph for 12 min, then at 40 mph for 20 min, and finally 50 mph for 8min...

A: Given that:- An automobile is driven at certain speed in certain interval of time mentioned in the b...

Q: Three capacitors are connected in parallel and have the following voltage ratings: C1 = 32 uF with 8...

A: Given data: Capacitance, C1=32 μFC2=65 μFC3=105 μF Voltages, V1=80 VV2=220 VV3=120 V

Q: Problem 1: A spherical conductor is known to have a radius and a total charge of 10 cm and 20uC. If ...

A: Charge given to conductor always remain at outer surface of conductor so potential inside remains sa...

Q: Consider the following statements: I. The total equivalent capacitance of three capacitors in series...

A: When several capacitors are connected in a series combination, the reciprocal of the equivalent capa...

Q: oblem 1: A spherical conductor is known to have a radius and a total charge of 10 cm and 20uC. If po...

A: Electric potential due to potential charge V = kq/R Charge stays outer surface of conductor.

Q: Two capacitors in series, C1= 9.0 uF and C2= 5.0 uF, are connected to a 12.0 V battery. What is the ...

A: C1 = 9 μF C2 = 5 μF V = 12 volts

Q: What is the electric potential energy of a system of three equal 6.50 nC charges placed on the x-axi...

A: Given Data:- Charge is q=6.50 nC=6.50 nC×10-9 C1 nC=6.50×10-9 C Distance between two charge is d=2.6...

Q: Current Attempt in Progress Adiver makes 3.0revnlutions on the way from a 8.9-m-high platform to the...

Q: particle moves with an acceleration a = -6v, where a is in ft/sec^2 and v in ft/sec. When t = 0 sec,...

Q: Problem 2: Given this network of capacitors: c2 C1 4 uf 1 uF C3 3 uF C4 2 uf C5 2 uF Assuming the di...

A: Since you have posted a question with a multiple sub parts, we will solve first three sub - parts fo...

Q: Juleon apply a constant force F= - 68 i + 36N j to | a 380 kg car as the car travels 48.0 m in a dir...

Q: A particle with a charge of 5.0 EXP-9 C moves from point a to point b in thesame direction as the el...

A: In this question we have to find the potential difference Va-Vb. Please give positive feedback if th...

Q: Problem 1: A spherical conductor is known to have a radius and a total charge of 10 cm and 20uC. If ...

Q: Assuming the dialect of each is air and the network is connected to Vab=30V supply, calculate the en...

Q: If 500 J of work are required to carry a charged particle between two points with a potential differ...

Q: Given: A, = -3 units Ау -2 units 8. Determine the expression of A in a unit vector notation. 9. Dete...

Q: A dielectric provides the following advantages, except: a decrease in capacitance an increase in cap...

A: By observing the given option we will answer the question.

Q: C2 C1 4 uf 1 uF C3 3 uF A- C4 2 uF C5 2 uF

A: In this question we have to find the equivalent capacitance of the circuit. Please give positive fee...

Q: we are going to describe a conductor using charge densities, which of the ollowing is the most appro...

A: First option is correct.

Q: If 500 J of work are required to carry a charged particle between two points with a potential differ...

Q: A spherical conductor has a radius of 8 mm and a charge of 20µC. Calculate the electric potential at...

Q: and B are 15 cm and 5 cm from the center of the conductor, respectively. If a test charge, q = 25mC,...

Q: An electric field of intensity 3.50 kN/C is applied along the x-axis. Calculate the electric flux th...

Q: A battery is connected to a group of capacitors connected in parallel. Which of the following must b...

Q: "Point charges Q1 and Q2 are located at (0, 0, 0)m and (-1, 2, 3)m respectively. If Q1 is 2 microC a...

A: Given data: The charge Q1 is Q1=2 microC. The force is F=<8, -8, 4>

Q: Assuming the dielectric of each capacitor is air and the network is connected to Vab = 30V supply, c...

Q: In a simple electric circuit, a 24-ohm resistor is connected across a 6.0-volt battery. What is the ...

A: Resistance (R) = 24 ohm Potential difference provided by the battery (V) = 6 volts

Q: The work done by the electric field as the charge, +2.0x100 C, moves from A to B is +5.0x10 J. Deter...

A: Charge Q =2×10-6 C Work done =5×10-5 j

Q: For an object of 1kg mass to escape the gravitational force of the earth, the kinetic energy imparte...

A: the formula for kinetic energy can be represented by K.E = 12m.v2 where m= mass of body (1kg) v = v...

Q: Problem 1: A spherical conductor is known to have a radius and a total charge of 10 cm and 20uC. If ...

Q: Three capacitors are connected in parallel and have the following voltage ratings: C1 = 32 uF with 8...

Q: friction between the skis and snow is 0.12. (a) What total force must the winch at the top of the h...

Q: A 5.80 μF , parallel-plate, air capacitor has a plate separation of 5.00 mm and is charged to a pote...

A: Given that, Capacitance, C = 5.80 μF Plate separation, d = 5 mm Potential difference, V = 4.00x102 ...

Q: It is described as the potential energy per unit charge electric potential electric force between tw...

A: Electric potential is the amount of work done in bringing unit positive charge from infinite to give...

Q: What type of connection would a 5 uF capacitor have a larger amount of stored energy than a 10 uF ca...

A: If the capacitor are identical, we will store the same energy if we put them in series or parallel c...

Q: Two capacitors in series, C1= 9.0 uF and C2= 5.0 uF, are connected to a 12.0 V battery. What is the ...

Q: A spherical conductor has a radius of 8 mm and a charge of 20μC. Calculate the electric potential at...

Q: A spherical conductor has a radius of 8 mm and a charge of 20µC. Calculate the electric potential at...

Q: A 5.6 kg block is travelling rightwards with speed 12.8 m/s. It collides with 3.2 kg which is travel...

A: mass of first block (m) = 5.6 kg initial velocity of first block (u) = 12.8 msmass of second block (...

Q: A spherical conductor has a radius of 8 mm and a charge of 20uC. Calculate the electric potential at...

Q: A 5.80 μF , parallel-plate, air capacitor has a plate separation of 5.00 mm and is charged to a pote...

A: given capacitance C = 5.8 μF = 5.8 × 10-6 F separation d = 5 mm = 5 × 10-3 F potential differen...

Q: Problem 1: A spherical conductor is known to have a radius and a total charge of 10 cm and 20uC. If ...

A: Electric potential due to any charge(Q) on spherical conductor at any distance (r) V= KQ/r When r&g...

Q: A mirror is used to look at an object that is 50 cm away from the mirror. The image created by the m...

Q: Problem 2: Given this network of capacitors: C2 C1 4 uF 1 uF C3 3 uF C4 2 uf C5 2 uF Assuming the di...

Q: Two point charges are on the y axis. A 5uC charge is located at y = 1.5cm and a -2.5uC charge is loc...

Q: As shown in the figure below, determine the maximum speed that the cars of the roller-coaster can re...

A: Given: The radius of curvature of the path is 25 m. The normal component of the acceleration of the ...

Concept explainers

Combination of Capacitors

The connection of capacitors can be established in a circuit in two ways.

Question

Problem 2: Given this network of capacitors:
C2
C1
4 uF
1 uF
C3
3 uF
C4
2 uF
C5
2 uF
Assuming the dielectric of each capacitor is air and the network is connected to Vab = 30V supply, calculate the
following:
What is The equivalent capacitance between a and b.

Expert Solution

This question has been solved!

Explore an expertly crafted, step-by-step solution for a thorough understanding of key concepts.

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Step 1

VIEW

Step 2

VIEW

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps with 2 images

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Knowledge Booster

Learn more about

Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, physics and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.

Similar questions

What If? The two capacitors of Problem 13 (C1 = 5.00 F and C2 = 12.0 F) are now connected in series and to a 9.00-Y battery. Find (a) the equivalent capacitance of the combination. (b) the potential difference across each capacitor, and (c) the charge on each capacitor.
(a) Find the equivalent capacitance between points a and b for the group of capacitors connected as shown in Figure P25.12 (page 686). Take C1 = 5.00 F, C2 = 10.0 F, and C3 = 2.00 F. (b) What charge is stored on C3 if the potential difference between points a and b is 60.0 V? Figure P25.12
The dielectric to be used in a parallel-plate capacitor has a dielectric constant of 3.60 and a dielectric strength of 1.60107 V/m. The capacitor has to have a capacitance of 1.25 nF and must be able to withstand a maximum potential difference 5.5 kV. What is the minimum area the plates of the capacitor may have?
(a) Find the equivalent capacitance between points a and b for the group of capacitors connected as shown in Figure P16.46 if C1 = 5.00 F, C2 = 10.00 F, and C3 = 2.00 F. (b) If the potential between points a and b is 60.0 V, what charge is stored on C5? Figure P16.46
An electronics technician wishes to construct a parallel plate capacitor using rutile ( = 100) as the dielectric. The area of the plates is 1.00 cm2. What is the capacitance if the rutile thickness is 1.00 mm? (a) 88.5 pF (b) 177 pF (c) 8.85 F (d) 100 F (e) 35.4 F
A spherical capacitor consists of a spherical conducting shell of radius b and charge 2Q that is concentric with a smaller conducting sphere of radius a and charge +Q (Fig. P20.36). (a) Show that its capacitance is C=abke(ba) (b) Show that as b approaches infinity, the capacitance approaches the value a/ke = 40a. Figure P20.36
An arrangement of capacitors is shown in Figure P27.23. a. If C = 9.70 105 F, what is the equivalent capacitance between points a and b? b. A battery with a potential difference of 12.00 V is connected to a capacitor with the equivalent capacitance. What is the energy stored by this capacitor? Figure P27.23 Problems 23 and 24.
A capacitor has parallel plates of area 12 cm2 separated by 2.0 mm. The space between the plates is filled with polystyrene, (a) Find the maximum permissible voltage across the capacitor to avoid dielectric breakdown, (b) When the voltage equals the value found in part (a), find the surface charge density on the surface of the dielectric.
(i) A battery is attached to several different capacitors connected in parallel. Which of the following statements is true? (a) All capacitors have the same charge, and the equivalent capacitance is greater than the capacitance of any of the capacitors in the group, (b) The capacitor with the largest capacitance carries the smallest charge, (c) The potential difference across each capacitor is the same, and the equivalent capacitance is greater than any of the capacitors in the group. (d) The capacitor with the smallest capacitance carries the largest charge. (e) The potential differences across the capacitors are the same only if the capacitances are the same, (ii) The capacitors are reconnected in series, and the combination is again connected to the battery. From the same choices, choose the one that is true.
Check Your Understanding The radius of the outer sphere of a spherical capacitor is five times the radius of its inner shell. What are the dimensions of this capacitor if its capacitance is 5.00 pF?
Check Your Understanding The potential difference across a 5.0-pF capacitor is 0.40 V. (a) What is the energy stored in this capacitor? (b) The potential difference is now increased to 1.20 V. By what factor is the stored energy increased?
Four capacitors are connected as shown in Figure P20.45. (a) Find the equivalent capacitance between points a and b. (b) Calculate the charge on each capacitor, taking Vab = 15.0 V. Figure P20.45