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What materials are commonly used as dielectrics in capacitors?
What materials are commonly used as dielectrics in capacitors?
- Wood, rubber, fabric
- Iron, steel, nickel
- Glass, ceramic, plastic film (correct)
- Metal, aluminum, copper
What is the primary function of a capacitor in an electronic circuit?
What is the primary function of a capacitor in an electronic circuit?
- To amplify electrical signals
- To store electrical energy in an electric field (correct)
- To convert electrical energy into mechanical energy
- To regulate the flow of current
What was the capacitor originally known as?
What was the capacitor originally known as?
- Amplifier
- Condenser (correct)
- Inductor
- Rectifier
What is the effect of a capacitor known as?
What is the effect of a capacitor known as?
What is the primary difference between a resistor and an ideal capacitor?
What is the primary difference between a resistor and an ideal capacitor?