How Does dV/dt Vary in a Charging Capacitor?

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The discussion focuses on deriving the expression for the rate of voltage change (dV/dt) across a charging capacitor. It is established that at time=0, dV/dt can be expressed as EMF/(R*C). Participants reference external resources, such as HyperPhysics, to support their understanding. The relationship highlights the influence of current (I), resistance (R), and capacitance (C) on the charging process. This foundational concept is crucial for understanding capacitor behavior in electrical circuits.
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Obtain an expression for the rate (dV/dt) at which the voltage across a charging capacitor increases.
Express your answer in terms of I, R, and C.



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I found that at time=0, dV/dt=EMF/RC
 
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