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Q46 (CDS-II/2012) Science & Technology › Basic Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) › Electricity and magnetism Answer Verified

A device which is used in our TV set, Computer, Radio set for storing the electric charge is

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A capacitor is a passive electronic component specifically designed to store electric charge and electrical energy. It consists of two parallel conducting plates separated by an insulator, where the capacity to hold charge is known as capacitance. In everyday electronic devices like TV sets, computers, and radio sets, capacitors serve critical functions such as smoothing out voltage fluctuations to ensure clear signals and protecting sensitive components from electrical spikes. While other components like resistors limit current flow and inductors store energy in magnetic fields, the capacitor's unique ability to store and discharge electrostatic charge makes it essential for timing, filtering, and energy storage in these devices. Consequently, it is the primary device used for storing electric charge in consumer electronics.

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