key term - Capacitance

Definition

Capacitance refers to the ability of an object or system to store electric charge. It is determined by the geometry and materials used in constructing capacitors.

Related terms

Dielectric:

A dielectric is an insulating material placed between capacitor plates to increase its capacitance.

Farad: Farad is the unit used to measure capacitance. One farad represents one coulomb per volt.

Charging and Discharging: Charging refers to storing electric charge in a capacitor, while discharging refers to releasing stored charge from it.