Capacitor AS an energy storing device help?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the energy stored in an air-filled parallel-plate capacitor with plate area A, plate separation d, and connected to a constant voltage V. The energy U0 can be expressed using the formula U0 = (1/2)CV^2, where C is the capacitance given by C = (epsilon_0 * A) / d. Participants confirmed the correct approach to the problem, emphasizing the relationship between voltage, capacitance, and energy storage in capacitors.

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  • Understanding of capacitor fundamentals, including capacitance and energy storage.
  • Familiarity with the formula for capacitance: C = (epsilon_0 * A) / d.
  • Knowledge of the relationship between voltage, capacitance, and energy: U = (1/2)CV^2.
  • Basic algebra skills for manipulating equations.
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Capacitor AS an energy storing device help!?

Homework Statement


An air-filled parallel-plate capacitor has plate area A and plate separation d. The capacitor is connected to a battery that creates a constant voltage V.

Question:find the energy U0 stored in the capacitor.
Express your answer in terms of A,d ,V , and epsilon_0.


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


u = (1/2)epsilon_0E^2
[(1/2)CV^2]/Ad
and a few others ><"
 
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wow never mind i was being a little slow i think i got it thanks for whom ever read this
 

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