Asked by Esther Duenas on May 10, 2024
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Variable capacitors normally have a dielectric of _____.
A) air
B) mica
C) Teflon
D) glass
Variable Capacitors
Capacitors whose value can be changed.
Dielectric
An insulating material that can be polarized by an electric field, enhancing the capacitor's ability to store an electric charge.
Mica
A mineral used as an electric insulator.
- Recognize and delineate the physical and functional attributes of capacitors.
Verified Answer
DT
Diptimaya TripathyMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Variable capacitors often use air as the dielectric material because it allows the plates of the capacitor to move closer together or further apart to change the capacitance.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and delineate the physical and functional attributes of capacitors.