Two Parallel Plates

Definition

Two parallel plates refer to two flat surfaces placed close together such that they are parallel to each other. These plates are often used to create uniform electric fields for various applications.

Related terms

Capacitance:

The ability of a system to store electrical charge.

Electric Potential Difference:

The change in electric potential energy per unit charge between two points in an electric field.

Dielectric Material: An insulating material placed between the plates of a capacitor to increase its capacitance.