Capacitor (currents, resistors, etC)

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A capacitor charges through one bulb and discharges through two, leading to various statements about charge flow and bulb brightness. The discussion confirms that the same amount of charge flows during both charging and discharging, but the flow rate is affected by resistance. It is established that the single bulb shines brighter than the two bulbs due to lower resistance, resulting in a higher flow rate. The total resistance of the two bulbs is indeed greater than that of the single bulb, which impacts the current flow. The conversation emphasizes that the configuration of the bulbs, whether in series or parallel, significantly influences these outcomes.
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Homework Statement



A capacitor is charged through one bulb and then discharged through two bulbs. Mark each of the following statements true or false.

a) The same amount of charge flows during charging and discharging.
b) More charge flows through the single bulb than through the two bulbs.
c) Charge flows at a greater flow through the single bulb than through the two.
d) The single bulb shines brighter than either bulb in the two bulb circuit.
e) The total resistance of the two bulbs is greater than that of the single bulb.
f) A compass would show a larger deflection for the circuit with 1 bulb than the circuit with two.
g) The brightest bulb(s) indicate the fastest charge flow.


The Attempt at a Solution


a) I am pretty sure this is true because bulbs don't affect amount of charge, but does it affect flow rate??, and i am wondering how much charge is on the + and - ends of the capacitor... and after the discharge is all the charge back on the negative side?
b) Is it false because the same amount of charge gets through, but at a slower rate?
c)True, because the resistance is higher in two bulbs, slowing down the flow rate
d)True, because the flow rate is less than the single bulb. less resistance more brighter right?
e)True, Dont need help with this 1 :)
f) True because there is less charge per second in the wire creating less of a disturbance in the field?? i don't know why.
g)True, less resistance, faster flow = brighter

PLEASE TELL ME IF IM WRONG
 
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