Capacitors

Unknown Grade45 min

Learning Objective

I can describe the basic function of a capacitor in an electrical circuit.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Capacitors Explained - The basics how capacitors work working principle

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe what happens in a circuit when a capacitor discharges. Explain how a capacitor can be used to smooth out a fluctuating DC voltage supply.

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