A capacitor is so called because it has the capacity to store charge - just like a beaker storing a liquid.
Capacitors are marked with a value which indicates their capacitance - their ability to store charge. This is explained further later.
There is also a mark which indicates the maximum working voltage.
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A capacitor is so called because it has the capacity to store
charge - just like a beaker storing a liquid.
