Calculate the equivalent capacitance between points a and b in Figure . Notice that this system is not a simple series or parallel combination. Suggestion: Assume a potential difference DV between points a and b. Write expressions for DVab in terms of the charges and capacitances for the various possible pathways from a to b and require conservation of charge for those capacitor plates that are connected to each other

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Calculate the equivalent capacitance between points a and b in Figure . Notice that this system is not a simple series or parallel combination. Suggestion: Assume a potential difference DV   between points  a and  b. Write expressions for DVab in terms of the charges and capacitances for the various possible pathways from a to b and require conservation of charge for those capacitor plates that are connected to each other

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|dw:1342286042891:dw|This is a condition of balanced wheatstone bridge. No current flows through the capacitor at the center since points P and Q are at same potential. So, you can just eliminate the capacitor at the center from the circuit..