Calculating Energy in Series & Parallel Capacitors

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The discussion focuses on calculating energy in capacitors, specifically in series and parallel configurations. The energy stored in a single capacitor is determined using the formula \(\frac{1}{2}CV^2\). For capacitors in series, the charge remains constant, while for those in parallel, the voltage remains constant. This distinction is crucial for applying the correct formulas for energy calculation in different configurations.

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Can anybody tell me which are the formulas to find energy in capacitors in series and in parallel?
 
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Lest us start with a single capacitor.

What is the formula for its energy?
 
The best way is to find the equivalent circuit and then use \frac{1}{2}CV2
 
If the capacitors are in series (resp. in parallel) then their charge (resp. voltage) is the same for each and so it would be better to use a formula having charge (resp. voltage).
 

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