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0. Math Review(0)
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1. Intro to Physics Units(0)
2. 1D Motion / Kinematics(0)
3. Vectors(0)
4. 2D Kinematics(0)
5. Projectile Motion(0)
6. Intro to Forces (Dynamics)(0)
7. Friction, Inclines, Systems(0)
8. Centripetal Forces & Gravitation(0)
9. Work & Energy(0)
10. Conservation of Energy(0)
11. Momentum & Impulse(0)
12. Rotational Kinematics(0)
13. Rotational Inertia & Energy(0)
14. Torque & Rotational Dynamics(0)
15. Rotational Equilibrium(0)
16. Angular Momentum(0)
17. Periodic Motion(0)
18. Waves & Sound(0)
19. Fluid Mechanics(0)
20. Heat and Temperature(0)
21. Kinetic Theory of Ideal Gases(0)
22. The First Law of Thermodynamics(0)
23. The Second Law of Thermodynamics(0)
24. Electric Force & Field; Gauss' Law(0)
25. Electric Potential(0)
26. Capacitors & Dielectrics(0)
27. Resistors & DC Circuits(0)
28. Magnetic Fields and Forces(0)
29. Sources of Magnetic Field(0)
30. Induction and Inductance(0)
31. Alternating Current(0)
32. Electromagnetic Waves(0)
33. Geometric Optics(0)
34. Wave Optics(0)
35. Special Relativity(0)

26. Capacitors & Dielectrics

Dielectric Breakdown Practice Problems

26. Capacitors & Dielectrics

Dielectric Breakdown - Online Tutor, Practice Problems & Exam Prep

Dielectric Breakdown Practice Problems

1 problem

1PRACTICE PROBLEM

A researcher is testing an experimental air-gap capacitor to determine its maximum charge capacity before electrical breakdown. The capacitor plates have an area of 9.2 cm² each. If the electric field strength at which dry air breaks down is 4.0 x 10⁶ V/m, determine the amount of charge that can be placed on the capacitor.

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