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Capacitance is the ability of a system to store an electric charge. It is measured in units of Farads (F).
Capacitance is calculated by dividing the charge (Q) stored on one plate of a capacitor by the potential difference (V) between the plates. This can be expressed as C = Q/V.
The capacitance of a system is affected by several factors including the distance between the plates, the area of the plates, and the type of material between the plates. It is also affected by the dielectric constant of the material between the plates.
Capacitors are commonly used in electronic circuits to store and release electrical energy. They can be used in timing circuits, filters, and power supplies. They are also used to smooth out voltage fluctuations and to block DC currents while allowing AC signals to pass through.
Capacitance and resistance are two different properties of a system. Resistance refers to the opposition to the flow of electric current, while capacitance refers to the ability to store electric charge. Resistance is measured in units of Ohms (Ω), while capacitance is measured in Farads (F).