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What are polar and non-polar molecules of a dielectric? Give some examples.
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A dielectric is a substance that is a poor conductor of electricity but an efficient supporter of electrostatic fields. Dielectrics can store electrical energy when they are placed in an electric field. The molecules in dielectrics can be polar or non-polar, which Show more…
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