Two 5.1-cm-diameter metal disks are separated by a 0.18-mm-thick piece of paper. (Dielectric constant for paper is Kpaper = 3.7, its dielectric strength is 16 × 106V/m.) Part A What is the capacitance? Express your answer using two significant figures. ΕΠΙ ΑΣΦ C = Submit Request Answer Part B ? nF What is the maximum potential difference between the disks? Express your answer using two significant figures. AVmax= ΜΕ ΑΣΦ kV

Two 5.1-cm-diameter metal disks are separated by a 0.18-mm-thick piece of paper. (Dielectric constant for paper is Kpaper = 3.7, its dielectric strength is 16 × 106V/m.) Part A What is the capacitance? Express your answer using two significant figures. ΕΠΙ ΑΣΦ C = Submit Request Answer Part B ? nF What is the maximum potential difference between the disks? Express your answer using two significant figures. AVmax= ΜΕ ΑΣΦ kV

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter27: Capacitors And Batteries

Section: Chapter Questions

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