Electrolytic capacitors differ from many other capacitors in construction in that they are:
A)polarized.
B)larger.
C)smaller.
D)sensitized.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Electrolytic capacitors are polarized, meaning that they have a positive and negative lead and must be connected in the correct orientation for proper function. This is because they use a metal oxide film as one of their electrodes, which only conducts electricity in one direction.

Electrolytic Capacitors Differ from Many Other Capacitors in Construction in That