If three capacitors of different capacitances are connected in series, then the quantity thatremains the same will be
Correct answer: A. Charge.
- A. Charge.
- B. Voltage.
- C. Current.
- D. Capacitance.
Explanation
When capacitors are connected in series, the same charge flows through each capacitor, meaning the charge remains constant across all the capacitors. This is because they are all part of the same loop, and charge conservation applies.The voltage, however, is divided among the capacitors depending on their individual capacitances. Thus, the total voltage is not constant across any single capacitor but is instead the sum of the voltages across each one.Current is not a static quantity for capacitors, as it changes with time as the capacitors charge and discharge. Lastly, the capacitance in a series connection is not a constant; it effectively decreases and is calculated using the reciprocal formula for series capacitance.
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