MDCAT Physics MCQ #1521

Two parallel plates, each of area 0.02 m^2, are 0.005 m apart. What is the capacitance if the dielectric is air?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #1521

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Two parallel plates, each of area 0.02 m^2, are 0.005 m apart. What is the capacitance if the dielectric is air?

    • A) 35.4 pF
    • B) 17.7 pF
    • C) 8.85 pF
    • D) 4.42 pF

    Answer: 35.4 pF

    Explanation: C = ε0 * A / d = 35.4 pF. Wrong options result from incorrect unit conversions or formula application.