Ceramic capacitors are a type of capacitor primarily used in electronic circuits due to their distinctive characteristics and advantages. They utilize ceramic as the dielectric material, which is usually an oxide or other metal-doped form. The most notable feature of these capacitors is that they do not degrade significantly even at high temperatures, making them suitable for applications where environmental conditions may be extreme. Ceramic capacitors are generally low-cost components and can have either axial leads or surface-mount configurations, depending on the intended application.