Units of RC are the same as time - help

In summary, the conversation discusses the requirement to show that the units of RC are equivalent to the units of time. The conversation also suggests finding the fundamental mks units that make up these units, potentially through online research or using a table from an E&M book.
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Homework Statement


the title says it all, we are required to show that the units of RC are the same as the units of time.
ie. iohm * 1 farad = 1 seconds
Need help
thanks


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The Attempt at a Solution

 
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What is the definition of 1 Ohm?

What is the definition of 1 Farad
 
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pat666 said:

Homework Statement


the title says it all, we are required to show that the units of RC are the same as the units of time.
ie. iohm * 1 farad = 1 seconds
Need help
thanks


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


As skeptic says, you need to find those units in terms of the fundamental mks units that make them up. You can google Units in Physics to find some pages that give you the mks makeup units of other units. One of my E&M books (Plonus) has a very handy table inside the front cover...
 

Related to Units of RC are the same as time - help

1. What are RC units?

RC units are a measurement of time used in science and engineering. RC stands for "resistance-capacitance" and is typically used in the context of electrical circuits.

2. How are RC units related to time?

RC units represent a time constant, which is the amount of time it takes for a capacitor to charge or discharge through a resistor. This time constant is equal to the product of the resistance and capacitance in the circuit, and is measured in seconds.

3. Can RC units be converted to other units of time?

Yes, RC units can be converted to other units of time such as milliseconds or microseconds. This conversion is dependent on the specific values of resistance and capacitance in the circuit.

4. What is the significance of RC units in scientific research?

RC units are important in understanding the behavior of electrical circuits and can be used to analyze and design electronic systems. They are also used in other fields such as biology and chemistry to measure reaction rates and time constants.

5. Do all circuits use RC units as a measure of time?

No, not all circuits use RC units as a measure of time. Some may use other units such as frequency or period. It depends on the specific parameters and design of the circuit.

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