Answer:
U = (ε0AV^2) / 2d
Explanation:
Where C= capacitance of the capacitor
ε0= permittivity of free space
A= cross sectional area of plates
d= distance between the plates
V= potential difference
First, the capacitance of a capacitor is obtained by:
C = ε0A/d.
Starting at the formula , U= (CV^2)/2. Formula for energy stored in a capacitor
Substitute in for C:
U = (ε0A/d) * V^2 / 2
Hence:
U = (ε0AV^2) / 2d
