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(a) Define the SI unit of capacitance.

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From `q=CVifq=1C,V=1VAt" then ",C=1CV^(-1)=1` Farad.
Capacitance of a conductor is said to be 1 Farad if a charge of `topC` raises its potential by 1 volt.
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