Which outcome occurs when a dielectric material within a high-voltage capacitor experiences partial discharge?

💡 Explanation

When partial discharge erodes the dielectric material, dielectric breakdown field strength decreases in localized regions because the process creates branching, tree-like conductive paths that propagate through the dielectric, reducing its insulation capability. Therefore decreased breakdown voltage results, rather than other effects which require a fully functional dielectric.

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