Question 23 The two plates of a capacitor hold +2500 µC and -2500 µC of charge, respectively, when the potential difference is 950 V. Part A What is the capacitance? Express your answer using three significant figures and include the appropriate units. HA ? C = Value Units Submit Previous Answers Request Answer X Incorrect; Try Again; 4 attempts remaining

Question 23 The two plates of a capacitor hold +2500 µC and -2500 µC of charge, respectively, when the potential difference is 950 V. Part A What is the capacitance? Express your answer using three significant figures and include the appropriate units. HA ? C = Value Units Submit Previous Answers Request Answer X Incorrect; Try Again; 4 attempts remaining

College Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285737027

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter16: Electrical Energy And Capacitance

Section16.7: Combinations Of Capacitors

Problem 16.9QQ: A parallel-plate capacitor is disconnected from a batter, and the plates are pulled a small distance...

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