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Water has relatively large dielectric constant. Explain?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Dielectric Constant**: The dielectric constant (also known as relative permittivity) is a measure of a material's ability to store electrical energy in an electric field. It is defined as the ratio of the capacitance of a capacitor with the dielectric material to the capacitance of the same capacitor in a vacuum. 2. **Water's Molecular Structure**: Water (H₂O) consists of two hydrogen atoms covalently bonded to one oxygen atom. The molecular geometry of water is bent, which leads to an uneven distribution of charge. ...
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