Charge is the same if C1 and C2 are in series?help

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When capacitors C1 (6.0 µF) and C2 (8.0 µF) are connected in series, the charge (Q) on both capacitors is indeed the same. This is due to the principle that in a series circuit, the charge stored in each capacitor is equal. The total capacitance can be calculated using the formula 1/Ctotal = 1/C1 + 1/C2. Additionally, while the current remains constant in a series circuit, the voltage across each capacitor may vary. Understanding these concepts is crucial for analyzing series and parallel circuits effectively.
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Charge is the same if C1 and C2 are in series??help ASAP

Homework Statement



If C1(=6.0uF) and C2(=8.0uF) are in series,,, then Q1and Q2 are the same??


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Could anyone tell me the concepts ?!
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Series...1/Ctotal = 1/C1 + 1/C2
Current is constant
Charge is constant(??)
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Parallel... Ctotal = C1 +C2
Voltage is constant...


what else do i need to know??


Please reply ASAP! Thanks
 
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