Strange charging voltage behavior in a resistor-capacitor circuit

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The forum discussion centers on the unusual charging voltage behavior observed in a resistor-capacitor (RC) circuit simulation using a 10M ohm resistor. The user questions whether the capacitor's charge is influenced by its own voltage and seeks clarification on the simulation program used, particularly regarding the modeling of voltmeter impedance and capacitor leakage current. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these factors in accurately simulating RC circuits.

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hi,
i tried to simulate a simple capacitor and resistor charging circuit like this
i used an imaginary resistor value "10M ohm" the result as you see appear to be strange, why this happened? is capacitor's charge is relative to the voltage on the capacitor it self?
and i need some recommendations of books explains electrical circuit component :)
thank you.
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abdullah khaled said:
i tried to simulate a simple capacitor and resistor charging circuit like this
i used an imaginary resistor value "10M ohm" the result as you see appear to be strange, why this happened?
What simulation program is this? Does it simulate the impedance of the voltmeter. If so, what is their impedance?
 
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Does it model leakage current in the capacitor?
 

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