Contradiction on kvl kcl laws question

In summary, when the switch is closed, there is a voltage drop on capacitor C1, which causes a current shock on C1 and a current shock on R2 and R3. This leads to a contradiction of Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL) in the right and outer branches of the circuit. However, the laws of continuity still hold, as the current must flow through the circuit in a continuous manner.
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the is a voltage drop on capacitor C1 which makes current shock on C1
and a current shock on R2 and R3
and it makes a KVL contradiction on the right branch and the outer branch.

and that's why the continuety laws holds"

what is current shock?
why its also on R2 and R3?
why KVL laws contradict?
why there is continuety ?
 
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Not sure what a current shock is or what contradiction they're referring to, but what they probably mean is this:

In a DC circuit, once any transients have died out, the capacitors are essentially open circuits, so no current is flowing anywhere in the circuit. If there's no current, there's no voltage drop across the resistors, so the 12-volt drop for each loop must occur across the capacitors.

At t=0, the switch is closed, causing the voltage of the point between R2 and R3 to discontinuously jump to 6 volts (relative to the bottom line of the circuit). For a capacitor, the current flowing through it may be discontinuous, but the voltage across it must be continuous. This means that t=0+, the capacitors still have a 12-volt drop across them; therefore, both resistors now have a 6-volt drop across them. The current therefore jumps discontinuously from 0 A to 1.5 A when the switch is closed.
 
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I would like to clarify some points regarding the contradiction on KVL and KCL laws in this particular circuit. Firstly, a "current shock" is not a scientific term. It could possibly refer to a sudden change in current, but it is not a well-defined concept in electrical engineering.

Secondly, the statement that there is a current shock on R2 and R3 is not accurate. The current in a series circuit is constant throughout, so there cannot be a sudden change in current on any component.

Thirdly, KVL and KCL laws do not contradict each other. They are two fundamental laws in circuit analysis that are always true. However, there may be cases where they may seem to contradict due to the presence of non-ideal components or errors in measurement.

Lastly, the concept of continuity refers to the fact that the current entering a node must be equal to the current leaving the node. This is a fundamental principle in circuit analysis and is not related to the contradiction on KVL and KCL laws in this particular circuit.

In conclusion, while there may be some discrepancies in the analysis of this circuit, it is important to stick to well-defined scientific principles and avoid using vague or inaccurate terms. Further analysis and clarification may be needed to fully understand the behavior of this circuit.
 

1. What are KVL and KCL laws?

KVL (Kirchhoff's Voltage Law) and KCL (Kirchhoff's Current Law) are fundamental laws in circuit analysis. KVL states that the algebraic sum of voltages around a closed loop in a circuit must equal zero, while KCL states that the algebraic sum of currents entering and exiting a node in a circuit must also equal zero.

2. What is a contradiction on KVL and KCL laws?

A contradiction on KVL and KCL laws refers to a situation where the application of these laws leads to inconsistent or impossible results. This can happen when the assumptions of ideal circuit elements are not met, such as when there are non-linear or time-varying elements in the circuit.

3. How do you deal with a contradiction on KVL and KCL laws?

If a contradiction arises when applying KVL and KCL laws, it is important to carefully review the circuit and check for any errors or deviations from the ideal circuit assumptions. It may also be necessary to use more advanced circuit analysis techniques, such as superposition or nodal analysis, to accurately analyze the circuit.

4. Can KVL and KCL laws be violated?

No, KVL and KCL laws cannot be violated in a properly functioning circuit. These laws are based on the principles of conservation of energy and charge, and are fundamental to circuit analysis. Any apparent violations are likely due to errors in circuit analysis or deviations from the ideal circuit assumptions.

5. Are KVL and KCL laws applicable to all circuits?

Yes, KVL and KCL laws are applicable to all circuits, regardless of their complexity. These laws are fundamental principles in circuit analysis and can be applied to any circuit, as long as the assumptions of ideal circuit elements are met.

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