What is the difference between an inductor and a capacitor?
Inductors and capacitors are both passive electronic components but serve different functions. An inductor stores energy in a magnetic field when electric current flows through it and opposes changes in current flow. A capacitor, on the other hand, stores energy in an electric field between its plates and opposes changes in voltage. Inductors are often used in filtering and tuning circuits, whereas capacitors are used for energy storage, power conditioning, and signal filtering.