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Capacitance, Dielectrics, and RC Circuits
11th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
7 lessons
Goal
Analyze capacitor geometries, dielectric polarization, stored energy, and time-dependent exponential charging and discharging behavior in RC circuits.
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Defining Capacitance: Charge per Volt
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Curriculum Framework
11th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
1
9 lessons
Electrostatic Fields, Forces, and Electric Potential
Calculate electrostatic forces, electric field vector distributions, and electric potentials for point charges, spherical shells, and planar configurations.
2
7 lessons
Capacitance, Dielectrics, and RC Circuits
Analyze capacitor geometries, dielectric polarization, stored energy, and time-dependent exponential charging and discharging behavior in RC circuits.
3
9 lessons
Electric Current, Resistance, and DC Circuits
Model conduction mechanisms, internal resistance, and solve multi-loop direct current circuits using Kirchhoff's laws and power theorems.
4
6 lessons
AC Power, Semiconductors, and Electrical Safety
Evaluate alternating current RMS values, semiconductor component operations, domestic safety systems, and grid transmission principles.
5
7 lessons
Magnetic Fields, Lorentz Force, and DC Motors
Analyze magnetic fields produced by currents and permanent magnets, calculate magnetic forces on charges and conductors, and model electric motors.
6
8 lessons
Electromagnetic Induction, Transformers, and Waves
Model electromagnetic induction via Faraday's and Lenz's laws, analyze inductors, electrical generators, transformers, and Maxwellian wave propagation.