C21 Capacitance Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of a capacitor
A
They consist of two metallic plates separated from each other by an insulator known as a dielectric.
2
Q
Examples of dielectrics used in a capacity
A
- Air
- Paper
- Ceramic
- Mica
3
Q
What is the ‘capacitance’ of a capacitor?
A
The amount of charge (Q), that a capacitor can store for a given p.d. (V)
4
Q
Formula for capacitance and unit
A
C = QV
Q = VC
c = capacitance in farads (F)