Question

What is Parallel Plate Capacitor?

Answer

Parallel Plate Capacitor (Without Dielectric) - Most commonly used capacitor is parallel plate capacitor which consists of two charged parallel plates separated by a small distance. Capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor with vacuum between the plates is given by C = ε₀A/d farad With Dielectric - When a dielectric is placed between the capacitor plates, it polarises and produces an opposing field resulting in reduction of net electric field between the plates.