Which of the following statements for a capacitor is TRUE? A. A capacitor is an active device. B. The charge on the plates is constant. C. Separation between the plates affects the capacitance. D. The dielectric material is in its liquid state. Select one: a. A and D b. B only с. Conly O d. B and C

Which of the following statements for a capacitor is TRUE? A. A capacitor is an active device. B. The charge on the plates is constant. C. Separation between the plates affects the capacitance. D. The dielectric material is in its liquid state. Select one: a. A and D b. B only с. Conly O d. B and C

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter8: Capacitance

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