If the charge on an isolated conductor is negative, is it's

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The discussion clarifies that the capacitance of an isolated conductor is not negative, even if the charge (Q) is negative. According to the formula C = Q / V, both charge and voltage (V) would be negative, resulting in a positive capacitance value. This conclusion is based on the fundamental principles of electrostatics and the definition of capacitance.

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If the charge on an isolated conductor is negative, is it's capacitance negative by the formula C = Q / V??
 
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No because V would also be negative.
 

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