An RC time constant reflects the relationship between time, resistance, and capacitance. Describe the relationships. How is the time constant expressed?

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The time it takes a capacitor to charge and discharge is directly proportional to the amount of the resistance and capacitance. The time constant reflects the time required for a capacitor to charge up to 63.2% of the applied voltage or to discharge down to 36.8%. The time constant is expressed as: t = RC.

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