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What happens to the energy stored in a capacitor when it discharges?.
- A.It increases.
- B.It remains the same.
- C.It is released as electrical energy.
- D.It is converted to heat only.
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- It is released as electrical energy.
Explanation
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During the discharging of a capacitor, the stored energy is released as electrical energy, which can be used to power a circuit. This process involves the conversion of stored electrical energy into usable energy.
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