The dielectric constant K of an insulator can be A. - 1 B. 0 C. 0.5 D. 5
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The dielectric constant, also known as the relative permittivity, is a measure of how much an insulating material can increase the capacitance of a capacitor compared to a vacuum. It is a dimensionless number. Show more…
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