The capacitance of a spherical capacitor in air is $50 \,\mu F$. When it is immersed in oil,its capacitance becomes $110 \,\mu F$. Calculate the dielectric constant of the oil.

  • A
    $2.2$
  • B
    $5$
  • C
    $10.8$
  • D
    $8$

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