Practice Pure Capacitor in AC - 3.3 | 4. Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating | ICSE Class 12 Physics
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3.3 - Pure Capacitor in AC

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Question 1

Easy

Explain the phase relationship between current and voltage in a pure capacitor.

💡 Hint: Think about how the charging process of a capacitor works.

Question 2

Easy

What happens to the average power consumed by a pure capacitor?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens during a full AC cycle.

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Question 1

What is the phase relationship between current and voltage in a pure capacitor?

  • Current leads voltage by 90 degrees
  • Current lags voltage by 90 degrees
  • Current and voltage are in phase

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of current and voltage phase relationships.

Question 2

True or False: The average power consumed by a pure capacitor is greater than zero.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the role of a capacitor in AC circuits.

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Question 1

Calculate the peak current through a 15µF capacitor connected to an AC voltage of 120V at a frequency of 60Hz.

💡 Hint: Start by calculating the angular frequency and then apply it in the current formula.

Question 2

Explain how a pure capacitor affects the power factor in an AC circuit when used in conjunction with resistive and inductive loads.

💡 Hint: Mix knowledge of capacitors with power factor concepts.

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