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What does the longer line in the symbol for an electric cell represent?
What does the longer line in the symbol for an electric cell represent?
How is the 'OFF' position of a switch represented in circuit diagrams?
How is the 'OFF' position of a switch represented in circuit diagrams?
What does the shorter but thicker line in an electric cell symbol represent?
What does the shorter but thicker line in an electric cell symbol represent?
How are wires represented in circuit diagrams?
How are wires represented in circuit diagrams?
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Which component's symbol is used to represent the 'ON' and 'OFF' positions in a circuit?
Which component's symbol is used to represent the 'ON' and 'OFF' positions in a circuit?
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Study Notes
Electric Cell Symbol
- The longer line in the symbol for an electric cell represents the positive terminal.
- The shorter but thicker line in an electric cell symbol represents the negative terminal.
Switch Representation
- The 'OFF' position of a switch is represented in circuit diagrams by an open switch symbol.
- The switch symbol is also used to represent the 'ON' and 'OFF' positions in a circuit.
Wire Representation
- Wires are represented in circuit diagrams by a straight line.
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Test your knowledge on identifying symbols of common electric components such as an electric cell based on the provided information. Pay attention to details like the longer line and shorter thicker line in the electric cell symbol to differentiate between positive and negative terminals.
