Hi I want to know about quantization of electricity?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the concept of quantization of electricity, specifically exploring its implications for voltage and the use of galvanometers in capacitors. Participants are seeking to enhance their understanding of electrical engineering concepts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire whether quantization of electricity is helpful for increasing voltage.
  • There are questions about the feasibility of using a galvanometer in a capacitor to increase its capacitance.
  • One participant explains that electric charge is quantized, with a specific value of approximately 1.6 E-19 C, and discusses the concept of fractional charges in quarks.
  • Another participant requests clarification on the circuit arrangement involving the capacitor.
  • Responses indicate that the use of a galvanometer in this context is not advisable, with participants stating "no" to both questions posed by the original poster.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the utility of quantization of electricity for increasing voltage and the use of galvanometers in capacitors, as responses indicate a consensus that these approaches are not effective.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks detailed elaboration on the circuit arrangements mentioned and does not resolve the implications of quantization in practical applications.

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1.Is Quantization of electricity is helpful for increasing Voltage?
2. Can I use galvanometer in capacitor to increase it's capacitance?

Thank u , I am new to this forum.I want to ameliorate my knowledge in electrical engineering.
 
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Pranav 10 said:
1.Is Quantization of electricity is helpful for increasing Voltage?
2. Can I use galvanometer in capacitor to increase it's capacitance?

Thank u , I am new to this forum.I want to ameliorate my knowledge in electrical engineering.
Hi there Pranav
welcome to PF :smile:

Q1 no
Q2 also no a galvanometer ... https://www.google.com.au/?gws_rd=ssl#q=galvanometer+how+it+workscheers
Dave
 
1) What do you mean by quantization of electricity? The most relevant statement that I can make is that electric charge is quantized (i.e discrete). It has a value of approximately 1.6 E-19 C, and every baryon, electron, muon and tau particle (along with their antiparticles) possesses this elementary value. Smaller charges (or more precisely, fractional charges) are present on the individual quarks and antiquarks which make up baryons and antibaryons, but we never observe them individually because of color confinement.
2) In a capacitor? Can you please elaborate on the circuit arrangement that you have in mind?
 
PWiz said:
1) What do you mean by quantization of electricity? The most relevant statement that I can make is that electric charge is quantized (i.e discrete). It has a value of approximately 1.6 E-19 C, and every baryon, electron, muon and tau particle (along with their antiparticles) possesses this elementary value. Smaller charges (or more precisely, fractional charges) are present on the individual quarks and antiquarks which make up baryons and antibaryons, but we never observe them individually because of color confinement.
2) In a capacitor? Can you please elaborate on the circuit arrangement that you have in mind?
Thank u for ur valuable information
 

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