The discussion revolves around the behavior of capacitors, specifically addressing the equations related to charge storage and energy. Participants are exploring the relationship between charge, capacitance, and voltage, as well as the implications of these equations in understanding how capacitors function.
The discussion is active, with participants providing clarifications on the equations and their implications. There is an ongoing exploration of terminology and concepts, particularly regarding the distinction between charge and energy. Multiple interpretations of the equations are being considered without a clear consensus yet.
Participants are navigating potential misunderstandings about the relationships between charge, voltage, and energy in capacitors. There is an emphasis on ensuring correct terminology and understanding of the underlying physics principles.
The charge stored in a capacitor of capacitance, C, with a potential difference, V, across its plates is Q = CV .Dark Red Rose said:I have been studying capacitors this week and learned two equations. One is Q=CV and the other is Q=0.5CV. The latter equation is derived from C-V graph. From this it shows that half the charge delivered is stored. I am very curious to know where the other half of the charge go and why is the charge stored exactly half of the charge supplied? How is the half of the charge which is not stored used?
Dark Red Rose said:From this it shows that half the charge delivered is stored. I am very curious to know where the other half of the charge go and why is the charge stored exactly half of the charge supplied? How is the half of the charge which is not stored used?