Time Constant, Resistance, Energy

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The discussion revolves around calculating the time constant, resistance, and energy loss in an RC circuit involving a capacitor in a heart defibrillator. The capacitor has a capacitance of 11.0 uF and is charged to 12,000 V, with a voltage drop to 20.0 V occurring in 72.1 ms. Participants are seeking assistance in applying the correct equations, particularly for determining resistance and energy loss over time. The capacitance value is confirmed as provided in the problem statement. Overall, the thread emphasizes the need for clarity on using the appropriate formulas for these calculations.
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Homework Statement



A 11.0 uF capacitor in a heart defibrillator unit is charged fully by a 12000 V power supply. Each capacitor plate is connected to the chest of a patient by wires and flat "paddles," one on either side of the heart. The energy stored in the capacitor is delivered through an RC circuit, where R is the resistance of the body between the two paddles. Data indicate that it takes 72.1 ms for the voltage to drop to 20.0 V.

a) time constant?
b) Determine resistance "R"
c) How much time does it take for the capacitor to lose 89% of its stored energy?
d) If the paddles are left in place for many time constants, how much energy is delivered to the chest/heart area of the patient?

Homework Equations



T = RC (im not sure how to find capacitance)
q = qoe^-t/RC ?

The Attempt at a Solution


i attempted a nd b and got them wrong. for c and d i really have no clue how to start. I am pretty sure I am using the wrong equations. Any help would be appreciated
 
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can someone help me figure out capacitance?
 
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anybody?
 
matt72lsu said:
can someone help me figure out capacitance?

The capacitance is 11.0 uF (micro-farads). It's given right in the beginning of the problem.
 

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