Question

Is Ebonite A Dielectric?

Answer 1

Dielectric

1. A capacitor is an electrical component designed to store electric charge.
2. A dielectric material separates the conducting plates of a capacitor.
3. The capacitance of the space between the plates will increase by a factor of the dielectric constant if the space is completely filled with a dielectric material.
4. The dielectric constant of the material affects how much energy a capacitor can hold when a voltage is applied.

Ebonite

1. Natural rubber is vulcanized over a long period of time to produce a hard rubber called ebonite.
2. The linseed oil and sulfur concentration in ebonite can range from $25\%$ to $80\%$.
3. Its name refers to the fact that it is intended to be used as a substitute for artificial ebony wood.

Hence, ebonite is a dielectric material. This is due to the poor electrical conductivity of ebonite; It is an insulator. It lacks the free electrons needed for conductivity and is difficult for electrons to move around.