Question
For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below.
  1. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
  2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
  3. A is true, but R is false.
  4. A is false, and R is also false.
Assertion (A): When a dielectric medium is filled between the plates of a condenser, its capacitance increases.
Reason (R): The dielectric medium reduces the potential difference between the plates of the condenser.

Answer

  1. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation:
The dielectric molecules are polarised, producing an opposite electric field. Thus the effective electric field and hence the potential difference between the plates is reduced and consequently, the capacitance is increased $\big(\because\text{C}=\frac{\text{Q}}{\text{V}}\big).$

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