Problem 70
Question
The net charge on a condenser is (A) Infinity (B) \(q / 2\) (C) \(2 q\) (D) Zero
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The net charge on a condenser is (D) Zero
1Step 1: Understanding Capacitance
Capacitance is the ability of a system to store an electric charge. In a capacitor, when it is charged, one plate carries a charge of +q, and the other carries a charge of -q.
2Step 2: Applying the Theory
In a capacitor, the amount of electric charge stored on each capacitor plate is the product of the electric potential difference, V, between the plates and the capacitance, C, of the capacitor. When the plates carry charges +q and -q, the net charge on the capacitor is the sum of the charges on both plates.
3Step 3: Calculate the Net Charge
The net charge is calculated by adding the charges present on both plates. Therefore, the net charge Q is given by Q = +q + (-q) = 0
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