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1. The amount of time it takes for one cycle is called the period. The period is a fundamental concept in wave and oscillation theory, representing the duration of time for one complete oscillation or cycle to occur. It is measured in seconds (s) and inversely related to frequency, such that \( T = \frac{1}{f} \), where T is the period and f is the frequency.

2. The symbol used to represent frequency is f. Frequency indicates how many cycles of a periodic signal occur per second and is measured in Hertz (Hz). It is an essential parameter in analyzing wave phenomena, especially in alternating current (AC) circuits and radio wave transmission.

3. The symbol for reactance is X. Reactance is a measure of the opposition that reactive components like capacitors and inductors offer to alternating current. It is frequency-dependent and differs for capacitive and inductive elements, represented as XC for capacitive reactance and XL for inductive reactance.

4. The base unit for capacitive reactance is the ohm. Reactance, similar to resistance, is measured in ohms (Ω), which quantifies the opposition to AC current flow provided by capacitors or inductors at a specified frequency. The formula for capacitive reactance is XC = 1 / (2πfC).

5. The resultant of the phasor addition of XC and R is their total opposition in ohms called impedance. Impedance (Z) combines resistance (R) and reactance (X) into a complex quantity, representing the total opposition in AC circuits and affecting current flow and phase relationships.

6. A series circuit has different voltage drops but one common current. In a series circuit, the same current flows through all components, but the voltage drops across each element vary depending on their impedance values. This relationship is described by Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law.

7. Inductive reactance is the ability of a conductor to produce voltage when the current varies. It is caused by the inductor's opposition to changes in current, which induces a voltage (back emf) proportional to the rate of change of current according to Faraday's Law.

8. The symbol for inductance is L, and the unit is the Henry (H). Inductance quantifies a coil’s ability to store magnetic energy and oppose changes in current. Higher inductance results in greater opposition to rapid current changes, affecting circuit behavior at AC frequencies.

9. The ability of a conductor to induce voltage in itself when the current changes is its self-inductance. Self-inductance is a property of a coil or circuit that opposes alterations in current, and the induced voltage is proportional to the rate of change of current, given by VL = L (dI/dt).

10. The most common trouble in coils is a(n) shorted winding. Shorted turns occur when the coil's windings unintentionally contact themselves or each other, creating a low-resistance path that bypasses part of the coil’s inductance and alters circuit operation.

Calculations

11. Total Capacitance of Parallel Capacitors

Capacitors connected in parallel sum directly: Ctotal = C1 + C2 + C3

Ctotal = 10 μF + 20 μF + 50 μF = 80 μF

12. Total Capacitance of Series Capacitors

Series capacitors' reciprocals sum: 1 / Ctotal = 1 / C1 + 1 / C2 + 1 / C3

1 / Ctotal = 1 / 8 μF + 1 / 10 μF + 1 / 40 μF = 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.025 = 0.25

Ctotal = 1 / 0.25 = 4 μF

13. Total Capacitive Reactance

Using XC = 1 / (2πfC), for each capacitor:

  • XC1 = 1 / (2π × 15,915 × 10-6 × 0.01) ≈ 1 / (2π × 15,915 × 0.00000001) ≈ 1 / 0.001) ≈ 1000 Ω
  • XC2 = 1 / (2π × 15,915 × 10-6 × 0.02) ≈ 500 Ω

Total capacitive reactance in series:

XC total = 1 / [(1 / XC1) + (1 / XC2)] = 1 / [(1/1000) + (1/500)] = 1 / (0.001 + 0.002) = 1 / 0.003 ≈ 333.33 Ω

14. Total Inductance of Series Inductors with Mutual Inductance

Total inductance in series with mutual induction:

Ltotal = L1 + L2 + 2M

Ltotal = 10 H + 10 H + 2 × 0.75 H = 20 H + 1.5 H = 21.5 H

15. Total Inductance of Parallel Inductors

Parallel inductors sum reciprocally:

1 / Ltotal = 1 / 20 mH + 1 / 30 mH + 1 / 60 mH

Convert to H: 20 mH = 0.02 H, 30 mH = 0.03 H, 60 mH = 0.06 H

1 / Ltotal = 1 / 0.02 + 1 / 0.03 + 1 / 0.06 ≈ 50 + 33.33 + 16.67 = 100

Ltotal = 1 / 100 = 0.01 H = 10 mH

Conclusion

This compilation of calculations and explanations demonstrates key principles and formulas related to periodic time, reactance, impedance, and the behavior of inductors and capacitors in AC circuits, illustrating their importance in electronic and electrical engineering applications.

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