WAEC Physics 2023 Objective — Question 13

Question 13 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The following statements are advantages of a solid dielectric material between the plates of a capacitor except that it

A. keeps the plates at a fixed separation
B. the maximum potential difference the capacitor can withstand is increased
C. the capacitance of the capacitor is much greater than that of the plates in a vacuum
D. it increases the electrical conduction of the capacitorCorrect

Explanation

A solid dielectric increases the electrical resistance/insulation of the capacitor, not its electrical conduction; it does not conduct electricity between the plates.

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