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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 24 Objective Question
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Select the option that best describes a dielectric:
Options
A A dielectric is a non-conducting material
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B A dielectric is a material which when placed between capacitor plates increases the electric field
C A dielectric is something that when placed between the plates decreases the capacitance
D All of these choices are true
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A dielectric is simply an INSULATOR. It REDUCES the field and INCREASES the capacitance.

Hint

A dielectric is simply an INSULATOR.

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Course: PHY 102
Topic: Test Compilation PHY 102 24
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1420 of 1819
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