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What is the effect of an inductor on direct current (DC)?

  • It acts like a short circuit. (correct)
  • It behaves like a resistor.
  • It acts as an open circuit.
  • It generates electricity.
  • Which property describes how the current through an inductor behaves?

  • It decreases over time.
  • It can change instantaneously.
  • It cannot change instantaneously. (correct)
  • It changes according to voltage fluctuations.
  • What happens to the energy stored in an ideal inductor?

  • It can only be used at the moment it is stored.
  • It becomes unavailable after the circuit is opened.
  • It is always dissipated as heat.
  • It can be retrieved at a later time. (correct)
  • How is the equivalent inductance of series-connected inductors calculated?

    <p>It is the sum of the individual inductances. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the equivalent inductance of parallel-connected inductors?

    <p>Reciprocal of the sum of the reciprocals of the individual inductances. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT affect the capacitance of a capacitor?

    <p>Material density of the plates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range of values for capacitors?

    <p>Picofarad (pF) to microfarad (µF) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about nonlinear capacitors is true?

    <p>They can exhibit varying capacitance based on voltage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What relationship is illustrated in the equation $i = C \frac{dv}{dt}$?

    <p>The dependency of current on capacitance and rate of voltage change. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does equation $v = \frac{1}{C} \int i , dt + v(t_0)$ represent?

    <p>The voltage across a capacitor based on past current history. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of variable capacitors?

    <p>Their capacitance can be adjusted or varied. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the capacitance of a capacitor affected by the spacing between its plates?

    <p>Decreased spacing leads to higher capacitance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the equation $w = \frac{1}{2} C v^2$ represent?

    <p>The energy stored in a capacitor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of capacitor is typically described by the dielectric material used?

    <p>Fixed capacitor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about capacitors is incorrect?

    <p>Capacitors can dissipate energy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For two capacitors in series, the equivalent capacitance is calculated using which formula?

    <p>C_eq = \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2} (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a capacitor with a capacitance of 10 μF is charged with a voltage of 12 V, what is the energy stored in the capacitor?

    <p>0.72 mJ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of inductance?

    <p>Henry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a capacitor connected to a DC voltage source over time?

    <p>It reaches a fully charged state and stops current flow. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does not directly increase the inductance of an inductor?

    <p>Increasing the length of the coil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does an ideal capacitor behave with respect to energy dissipation?

    <p>It stores energy and returns it without dissipation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property does an inductor exhibit when current flowing through it changes?

    <p>Opposition to change in current (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which equation can be used to calculate the energy stored in a capacitor in terms of charge?

    <p>$w = \frac{q^2}{2 C}$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of adding more capacitance in parallel?

    <p>It allows higher energy storage capacity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship called that describes the voltage across an inductor versus the current through it?

    <p>Voltage-current relationship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In inductors, which of the following materials is commonly used as a core to enhance inductance?

    <p>Iron (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a linear inductor, how is its inductance characterized?

    <p>Independent of current (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What range of inductance values do typical practical inductors have?

    <p>From a few microhenries to tens of henries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is NOT synonymous with an inductor?

    <p>Resistor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of capacitors in electrical circuits?

    <p>To store energy in an electric field (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material configurations are typically found in the construction of capacitors?

    <p>Aluminium plates with air, paper, or mica dielectric (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is capacitance defined mathematically?

    <p>$C = \frac{q}{v}$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unit is used to measure capacitance?

    <p>Farad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence the capacitance of a parallel-plate capacitor?

    <p>Plate surface area, distance between plates, and dielectric permittivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about capacitors is true?

    <p>Capacitance is inversely proportional to the distance between the plates. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the symbol '∈' represent in the capacitance formula for a capacitor?

    <p>Permittivity of the dielectric material (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what applications are capacitors commonly utilized?

    <p>In tuning circuits of radio receivers and as dynamic memory elements in computer systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Capacitor

    A passive circuit element that stores energy in an electric field.

    Capacitance (C)

    The ratio of charge stored on one plate of a capacitor to the voltage difference between the plates.

    Capacitor Unit

    Farad (F).

    Capacitor Construction

    Two conducting plates separated by an insulator (dielectric).

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    Parallel Plate Capacitor Equation

    C = εA/d (ε is permittivity, A is area, d is distance).

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    Charge stored (q) equation

    q = CV

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    Energy Storage Element

    Elements that store energy (unlike resistors that dissipate it).

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    Dielectric

    Insulator material between capacitor plates.

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    Capacitor Types

    Capacitors are classified based on their dielectric material and whether they are fixed or variable.

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    Capacitor Values

    Capacitors typically have values ranging from picofarads (pF) to microfarads (µF).

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    Capacitance Factors

    Capacitance is influenced by the area of capacitor plates, the distance between them, and the material's permittivity.

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    Capacitor Current - Voltage Relation

    The current through a capacitor is directly proportional to the rate of change of voltage across it, represented by the equation: i = C dv/dt.

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    Linear Capacitor

    A capacitor that obeys the linear current-voltage relationship (i = C dv/dt) is considered linear.

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    Nonlinear Capacitor

    A capacitor that does not follow the linear current-voltage relationship (i = C dv/dt) is considered nonlinear.

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    Capacitor Voltage - Past History

    The voltage across a capacitor is influenced by the history of current flowing through it. It's determined by the integral of past current over time.

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    Capacitor Voltage Equation

    The voltage across a capacitor at time t is calculated by: v = (1/C)∫(from t0 to t) i dt + v(t0).

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    Capacitor Energy Storage Equation

    The energy stored in a capacitor is directly proportional to the square of the voltage across it and the capacitance. It can also be calculated using the square of the charge and the capacitance.

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    Capacitor as an Open Circuit (DC)

    A capacitor behaves as an open circuit to direct current (DC) in steady state. This means it blocks the flow of DC current.

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    Capacitor Voltage Continuity

    The voltage across a capacitor cannot change instantaneously. It needs to change smoothly over time.

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    Ideal Capacitor Energy Dissipation

    An ideal capacitor does not dissipate energy. It simply stores and releases the energy it accumulates.

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    Parallel Capacitors: Equivalent Capacitance

    The equivalent capacitance of capacitors connected in parallel is the sum of their individual capacitances.

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    Series Capacitors: Equivalent Capacitance

    The equivalent capacitance of capacitors connected in series is the reciprocal of the sum of the reciprocals of their individual capacitances.

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    Inductor: Energy Storage Element

    An inductor is a passive element that stores energy in a magnetic field. It is the dual of a capacitor, which stores energy in an electric field.

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    Inductors in Electronics

    Inductors are crucial for various electronic and power systems, playing a role in filtering, tuning, and controlling electrical signals.

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    Inductor

    A passive circuit element that stores energy in a magnetic field, typically made of a coil of wire.

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    Inductance (L)

    The property of an inductor that opposes changes in current flow. Measured in Henrys (H).

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    Voltage-Current Relationship for an Inductor

    The voltage across an inductor is directly proportional to the rate of change of current flowing through it: v(t) = L * di/dt.

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    Henry (H)

    The unit of inductance. 1 Henry equals 1 Volt-second per Ampere.

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    Factors Affecting Inductance

    Inductance of a solenoid (coil) is determined by: Number of turns (N), Length (l), Cross-sectional area (A), and Permeability of the core (µ).

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    Linear Inductor

    An inductor where the inductance (L) is constant and independent of the current flowing through it.

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    Energy Storage in Inductor

    An inductor stores energy in its magnetic field, similar to how a capacitor stores energy in an electric field.

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    Applications of Inductors

    Inductors are used in power supplies, transformers, radios, TVs, radars, and electric motors to control and store energy.

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    Inductor's behavior with DC

    An inductor acts like a short circuit when direct current (DC) flows through it. This means it offers very little resistance to the steady flow of DC.

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    Inductor's opposition to current change

    An inductor resists changes in the current flowing through it. This means it opposes any sudden increase or decrease in current flow.

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    Series Inductors

    The equivalent inductance of inductors connected in series is the sum of their individual inductances. This means the total inductance increases as more inductors are added in series.

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    Parallel Inductors

    The equivalent inductance of inductors connected in parallel is the reciprocal of the sum of the reciprocals of their individual inductances. This means the total inductance decreases as more inductors are added in parallel.

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    Study Notes

    Capacitors

    • Capacitors store energy in an electric field.
    • Used in electronics, communications, computers, and power systems.
    • A capacitor consists of two conducting plates separated by an insulator (dielectric).
    • The amount of charge stored (q) is directly proportional to the applied voltage (v): q = Cv
    • Capacitance (C) is the constant of proportionality, measured in farads (F).
    • 1 farad = 1 coulomb/volt
    • Capacitance depends on the physical dimensions of the capacitor, specifically:
      • Surface area of the plates (larger area = greater capacitance)
      • Distance between the plates (smaller distance = greater capacitance)
      • Permittivity of the dielectric material (higher permittivity = greater capacitance)
    • Current-voltage relationship for a capacitor: i = C(dv/dt)
    • Energy stored in a capacitor: w = (1/2)Cv² or w = (1/2)(q²/C)

    Inductors

    • Inductors store energy in a magnetic field.
    • Used in power supplies, transformers, radios, TVs, radars, and electric motors.
    • An inductor is a coil of conducting wire.
    • Current-voltage relationship for an inductor: v = L(di/dt)
    • Inductance (L) is a constant of proportionality, measured in Henrys (H).
    • 1 henry = 1 volt-second/ampere
    • Inductance depends on physical dimensions:
      • Number of turns (N)
      • Length (l)
      • Cross-sectional area (A)
      • Permeability of the core material (µ)
    • Energy stored in an inductor: w = (1/2)Li²
    • Current through an inductor cannot change instantaneously.
    • An inductor acts like a short circuit to direct current(DC)

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