What is the relationship between capacitors and inductors?

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Capacitors and inductors, such as solenoids, both store energy but do so in different ways; capacitors store energy in an electric field while inductors store it in a magnetic field. Their effects on current and voltage are also opposite: capacitors resist changes in voltage, while inductors resist changes in current. Understanding their relationship involves examining how they interact in circuits, particularly in terms of energy transfer. The discussion suggests that the question may relate to energy storage capabilities. Further research on both components is recommended for a comprehensive understanding.
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What do a capacitor and a selenoid have in common?

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elaia06 said:

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Elaia06 said:
What do a capacitor and a selenoid have in common?
This looks like part of a good multi-choice question. Can you provide the 4 options to choose from?
 
I would say what they don't have in common, they appear to do the opposite,
Look how an inductor (solenoid) affects current/voltage and how a capacitor affects current/voltage, should be relatively straight forward.

That's one thing you could look at anyway. Is that the full question?
 
I think the question might have something to do with energy.
Might want to read up on this for both devices.
 
It does have something to do with energy.

Hint: Resistors can't do it.
 

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