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This lab investigated the behavior of capacitors in series and parallel configurations to verify mathematical expressions for equivalent capacitance. The experiment confirmed that in parallel, equivalent capacitance is the sum of individual capacitances, while in series, it is the inverse of the sum of the inverses of individual capacitances. The results aligned with theoretical expectations, emphasizing the significance of configuration choice in circuit design.

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Introduction

This lab investigated the behavior of capacitors in series and parallel configurations to verify mathematical expressions for equivalent capacitance. The experiment confirmed that in parallel, equivalent capacitance is the sum of individual capacitances, while in series, it is the inverse of the sum of the inverses of individual capacitances. The results aligned with theoretical expectations, emphasizing the significance of configuration choice in circuit design.

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Introducción

Introduction:

In this lab, we explored the behavior of capacitors when connected in


series and parallel configurations. Capacitors are fundamental
components in electrical circuits, and understanding how they interact in
different arrangements is essential for the design and analysis of
electronic systems. The main objective was to experimentally verify the
mathematical expressions that determine the equivalent capacitance in
each configuration, as well as to develop skills for assembling and
measuring circuits with capacitors.

Abstract:

During the practice, we worked with capacitors connected in parallel and


in series, following established procedures. For the parallel arrangement,
it was confirmed that the equivalent capacitance (Ce) is the sum of the
individual capacitances (C1 + C2 + C3), as indicated by theory. This is
because the potential difference (V0) is the same for all capacitors, while
the charges (qi) are added together.

For capacitors in series, theory establishes that the inverse of the


equivalent capacitance is equal to the sum of the inverses of the
individual capacitances. This occurs because the charge is the same in
all capacitors, but the voltage is distributed among them.

The materials used, such as capacitors, a multimeter, and connecting


cables, allowed for precise measurements and a comparison of
theoretical and experimental results, thus verifying the corresponding
formulas.

Conclusion:
This experiment allowed us to experimentally verify the mathematical
expressions that govern the behavior of capacitors in series, parallel,
and mixed configurations. It was observed that, in parallel, the
equivalent capacitance increases, while in series, it decreases. These
results are consistent with the theoretical foundations and highlight the
importance of choosing the appropriate configuration based on the
circuit requirements

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