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What describes the relationship between voltage and current according to Ohm's Law?
What describes the relationship between voltage and current according to Ohm's Law?
In a parallel connection of circuits, which of the following is true?
In a parallel connection of circuits, which of the following is true?
How is resistance calculated for a specific circuit?
How is resistance calculated for a specific circuit?
What is the role of resistance in an electric circuit?
What is the role of resistance in an electric circuit?
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When graphing voltage (U) and current (I), which variable should be plotted on the x-axis?
When graphing voltage (U) and current (I), which variable should be plotted on the x-axis?
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Study Notes
Electrical Circuits
- Charge indicates electron deficiency (positive) or excess (negative)
- Current (amps) represents number of electrons per unit time
- Voltage (volts) pushes current, hindering electron flow
- Resistance (ohms) opposes current flow
Parallel vs Series Circuits
- Parallel: Each component has its own current path. All components share the same voltage.
- Series: Components share one current path. Voltage is split proportional to resistance.
Calculations
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Parallel circuit calculation: 1/RT = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + ...
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Series circuit calculation: RT = R1 + R2 + ...
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Ohm's Law: Voltage is directly proportional to current. V = I × R.
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Resistor values can be mathematically derived from
an equation using Ohm's Law.
Graphing
- Voltage vs. Current graphs for a resistor show a straight line, indicating direct proportion.
- A graph for a light bulb (non-linear) shows a non-proportional relationship between voltage and current.
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Description
Test your understanding of electrical circuits, including concepts of charge, current, voltage, and resistance. Explore the differences between parallel and series circuits, along with calculations and graphing techniques. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of Ohm's Law and circuit analysis.