Question on: SS1 Physics - Electricity and Magnetism

Capacitance is a measure of a capacitor's ability to store electric charge. It is defined as the ratio of the magnitude of the charge stored on one of the capacitor's plates to the potential difference (voltage) across the plates. Capacitance depends on factors such as the size and shape of the capacitor, the distance between the plates, and the dielectric material used. A higher capacitance value indicates a greater ability to store charge and energy. When a capacitor is connected to a voltage source, it charges up by accumulating charge on its plates. The stored charge represents stored electrical energy that can be released when needed.