Essential University Physics: Volume 2 (3rd Edition)
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Author: Richard Wolfson
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Chapter 28, Problem 48P
The 2420-μF capacitor in Fig. 28.25 is initially charged to 250 V. (a) Describe how you would manipulate switches A and B to transfer all the energy from the 2420-μF capacitor to the 605-μF capacitor. Include the times you would throw the switches. (b) What will be the voltage across the 605-μF capacitor once you’ve finished?
FIGURE 28.25 Problem 48
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