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What does Ohm's Law state regarding the relationship between voltage ((V)), current ((I)), and resistance ((R))?
What does Ohm's Law state regarding the relationship between voltage ((V)), current ((I)), and resistance ((R))?
- Voltage is inversely proportional to current and resistance.
- Current is directly proportional to voltage and inversely proportional to resistance.
- Resistance is directly proportional to voltage and current.
- Voltage is directly proportional to current and resistance. (correct)
Which of the following factors does NOT influence the resistance of a conductor?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence the resistance of a conductor?
- Length of the conductor
- Temperature of the conductor
- Diameter of the conductor
- The current flowing through the conductor (correct)
How is the total resistance calculated in a series circuit?
How is the total resistance calculated in a series circuit?
- By summing the reciprocals of the individual resistances.
- By summing the individual resistances. (correct)
- By multiplying the individual resistances.
- By dividing the voltage by the current.
What is a characteristic of a parallel circuit?
What is a characteristic of a parallel circuit?
Which statement accurately describes Ohmic conductors?
Which statement accurately describes Ohmic conductors?
What happens to the total resistance when more resistors are added in parallel to a circuit?
What happens to the total resistance when more resistors are added in parallel to a circuit?
A wire's resistance is found to have increased. Which change would most likely account for this?
A wire's resistance is found to have increased. Which change would most likely account for this?
If one component fails in a series circuit, what is the consequence?
If one component fails in a series circuit, what is the consequence?
A parallel circuit contains a 10 $\Omega$ resistor and a 20 $\Omega$ resistor. If the voltage source is 12V, what is the total current flowing through the circuit?
A parallel circuit contains a 10 $\Omega$ resistor and a 20 $\Omega$ resistor. If the voltage source is 12V, what is the total current flowing through the circuit?
Which of the following is an example of a nonOhmic conductor?
Which of the following is an example of a nonOhmic conductor?
How is electrical energy typically measured for household energy consumption?
How is electrical energy typically measured for household energy consumption?
What does the formula (P = IV) represent in electrical circuits?
What does the formula (P = IV) represent in electrical circuits?
How is the cost of running an electrical appliance calculated?
How is the cost of running an electrical appliance calculated?
What is electromotive force (emf)?
What is electromotive force (emf)?
A 2000 W appliance is used for 2 hours. What is the energy consumption in kWh?
A 2000 W appliance is used for 2 hours. What is the energy consumption in kWh?
Why does internal resistance in a battery cause a voltage drop when current flows?
Why does internal resistance in a battery cause a voltage drop when current flows?
A light bulb is rated at 60 W when operating at 120 V. What is the current flowing through the bulb?
A light bulb is rated at 60 W when operating at 120 V. What is the current flowing through the bulb?
What happens to the 'lost volts' in a battery as the current drawn from it increases?
What happens to the 'lost volts' in a battery as the current drawn from it increases?
An electric heater has a resistance of 10 $\Omega$ and is connected to a 120 V power supply. What is the power dissipated by the heater?
An electric heater has a resistance of 10 $\Omega$ and is connected to a 120 V power supply. What is the power dissipated by the heater?
A battery with an emf of 12V has an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. What is the voltage delivered to a circuit with a 3.5 $\Omega$ load resistor?
A battery with an emf of 12V has an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. What is the voltage delivered to a circuit with a 3.5 $\Omega$ load resistor?
What is the electromotive force (emf) of a battery?
What is the electromotive force (emf) of a battery?
How does the actual voltage delivered to a circuit by a battery relate to its emf and internal resistance?
How does the actual voltage delivered to a circuit by a battery relate to its emf and internal resistance?
In a series circuit with multiple resistors, what quantity remains the same across all resistors?
In a series circuit with multiple resistors, what quantity remains the same across all resistors?
In a parallel circuit with multiple resistors, what quantity remains the same across all resistors?
In a parallel circuit with multiple resistors, what quantity remains the same across all resistors?
A circuit contains a battery with an emf of 9V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. It is connected to a series circuit with two resistors, 1 = 2 $\Omega$ and 2 = 3 $\Omega$. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
A circuit contains a battery with an emf of 9V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. It is connected to a series circuit with two resistors, 1 = 2 $\Omega$ and 2 = 3 $\Omega$. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
What is the impact of internal resistance on a battery's performance, especially under high current loads?
What is the impact of internal resistance on a battery's performance, especially under high current loads?
A device consumes 500 W of power and is used for 5 hours a day. If the cost of electricity is $0.15 per kWh, what is the daily cost of running the device?
A device consumes 500 W of power and is used for 5 hours a day. If the cost of electricity is $0.15 per kWh, what is the daily cost of running the device?
How should complex circuits, containing both series and parallel resistors, be analyzed?
How should complex circuits, containing both series and parallel resistors, be analyzed?
You have a battery with an internal resistance of 0.2 $\Omega$ and an emf of 6 V. It's connected to a load resistor of 2.8 $\Omega$. What percentage of the total power generated by the battery is dissipated in the internal resistance?
You have a battery with an internal resistance of 0.2 $\Omega$ and an emf of 6 V. It's connected to a load resistor of 2.8 $\Omega$. What percentage of the total power generated by the battery is dissipated in the internal resistance?
A solar panel with an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$ has an open-circuit voltage (emf) of 20 V. What external load resistance will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A solar panel with an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$ has an open-circuit voltage (emf) of 20 V. What external load resistance will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A battery with an emf ($\epsilon$) of 12V and an internal resistance ($r$) of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to two external resistors, $R_1$ and $R_2$, in series. If $R_1$ is 2.5 $\Omega$ and the voltage across $R_2$ is measured to be 4V, what is the value of $R_2$?
A battery with an emf ($\epsilon$) of 12V and an internal resistance ($r$) of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to two external resistors, $R_1$ and $R_2$, in series. If $R_1$ is 2.5 $\Omega$ and the voltage across $R_2$ is measured to be 4V, what is the value of $R_2$?
Consider a circuit powered by a battery with an emf of $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$. This battery powers a variable resistor $R$. What value of $R$ (in terms of $\epsilon$ and $r$) will result in the maximum power dissipation across the internal resistance $r$?
Consider a circuit powered by a battery with an emf of $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$. This battery powers a variable resistor $R$. What value of $R$ (in terms of $\epsilon$ and $r$) will result in the maximum power dissipation across the internal resistance $r$?
A 12V battery with an internal resistance of 0.1 $\Omega$ is connected to a parallel combination of a 4 $\Omega$ resistor and an unknown resistor R. If the current through the 4 $\Omega$ resistor is 2A, what is the value of R (in $\Omega$)?
A 12V battery with an internal resistance of 0.1 $\Omega$ is connected to a parallel combination of a 4 $\Omega$ resistor and an unknown resistor R. If the current through the 4 $\Omega$ resistor is 2A, what is the value of R (in $\Omega$)?
What is the primary relationship described by Ohm's Law?
What is the primary relationship described by Ohm's Law?
How does the length of a conductor affect its resistance?
How does the length of a conductor affect its resistance?
In a series circuit, what happens to the current?
In a series circuit, what happens to the current?
What happens to the total current in a parallel circuit when more resistors are added?
What happens to the total current in a parallel circuit when more resistors are added?
A wire's diameter is doubled. How does this affect its resistance, assuming all other factors remain constant?
A wire's diameter is doubled. How does this affect its resistance, assuming all other factors remain constant?
Which of the following best describes electromotive force (emf)?
Which of the following best describes electromotive force (emf)?
A parallel circuit has three resistors with resistances of 10 $\Omega$, 20 $\Omega$, and 30 $\Omega$. What is the approximate total resistance of the circuit?
A parallel circuit has three resistors with resistances of 10 $\Omega$, 20 $\Omega$, and 30 $\Omega$. What is the approximate total resistance of the circuit?
How does increasing the temperature typically affect the resistance of a metallic conductor?
How does increasing the temperature typically affect the resistance of a metallic conductor?
What is the significance of internal resistance in a battery?
What is the significance of internal resistance in a battery?
If a resistor does not follow Ohm's Law, it is classified as what type of conductor?
If a resistor does not follow Ohm's Law, it is classified as what type of conductor?
How is electrical energy consumption typically measured for the purpose of billing?
How is electrical energy consumption typically measured for the purpose of billing?
What is the correct formula for calculating electrical power?
What is the correct formula for calculating electrical power?
What adjustment should be made when calculating the cost of running an appliance?
What adjustment should be made when calculating the cost of running an appliance?
In a series circuit with resistors of different values, which statement is correct about the current?
In a series circuit with resistors of different values, which statement is correct about the current?
In a parallel circuit with resistors of different values, which statement is correct about the voltage?
In a parallel circuit with resistors of different values, which statement is correct about the voltage?
A circuit contains a single resistor connected to a battery. If the internal resistance of the battery is not negligible, how does it affect the current in the circuit?
A circuit contains a single resistor connected to a battery. If the internal resistance of the battery is not negligible, how does it affect the current in the circuit?
A device consumes energy at a rate of 600 W and is used for 3 hours a day. If the cost of electricity is $0.20 per kWh, what is the daily cost of running the device?
A device consumes energy at a rate of 600 W and is used for 3 hours a day. If the cost of electricity is $0.20 per kWh, what is the daily cost of running the device?
What is the purpose of analyzing complex circuits that contain both series and parallel resistors?
What is the purpose of analyzing complex circuits that contain both series and parallel resistors?
A battery with an emf of 12V and internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a single external resistor of 3.5 $\Omega$. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
A battery with an emf of 12V and internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a single external resistor of 3.5 $\Omega$. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
In a circuit powered by a battery with internal resistance, what condition results in the maximum power transfer to the load?
In a circuit powered by a battery with internal resistance, what condition results in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A 9V battery has an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. It is connected to a resistor. What value of resistance will draw the maximum power from the battery?
A 9V battery has an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. It is connected to a resistor. What value of resistance will draw the maximum power from the battery?
A solar panel has an open-circuit voltage of 22 V and an internal resistance of 2 $\Omega$. An external load of 8 $\Omega$ is connected. What is the current flowing through the load?
A solar panel has an open-circuit voltage of 22 V and an internal resistance of 2 $\Omega$. An external load of 8 $\Omega$ is connected. What is the current flowing through the load?
Battery A has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$, while Battery B has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. If both batteries are connected to the same external resistor, which battery will supply more current?
Battery A has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$, while Battery B has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$. If both batteries are connected to the same external resistor, which battery will supply more current?
A battery has an emf $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$. What is the maximum power that can be delivered to an external load?
A battery has an emf $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$. What is the maximum power that can be delivered to an external load?
A 6V battery with an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a 2.5 $\Omega$ resistor. By what percentage does the power dissipated in the external resistor decrease due to the internal resistance?
A 6V battery with an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a 2.5 $\Omega$ resistor. By what percentage does the power dissipated in the external resistor decrease due to the internal resistance?
A 1.5V battery has an internal resistance of 0.2$\Omega$. When connected to a load resistor, the voltage across the load is measured to be 1.3V. What is the power dissipated in the internal resistance?
A 1.5V battery has an internal resistance of 0.2$\Omega$. When connected to a load resistor, the voltage across the load is measured to be 1.3V. What is the power dissipated in the internal resistance?
A battery with electromotive force (emf) $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$ is connected to an external resistor $R$. Under what condition will the power dissipated across the internal resistance $r$ be maximized?
A battery with electromotive force (emf) $\epsilon$ and internal resistance $r$ is connected to an external resistor $R$. Under what condition will the power dissipated across the internal resistance $r$ be maximized?
Two batteries, one with an EMF of 6V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$, and another with an EMF of 6V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$, are connected in series to a 4 $\Omega$ resistor. What is the current flowing through the resistor?
Two batteries, one with an EMF of 6V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$, and another with an EMF of 6V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$, are connected in series to a 4 $\Omega$ resistor. What is the current flowing through the resistor?
What happens to the total resistance in a series circuit as more resistors are added?
What happens to the total resistance in a series circuit as more resistors are added?
Which of the following materials is most likely to be an Ohmic conductor?
Which of the following materials is most likely to be an Ohmic conductor?
What is the relationship between voltage and current in an Ohmic conductor if the temperature is kept constant?
What is the relationship between voltage and current in an Ohmic conductor if the temperature is kept constant?
Which of the following changes will likely decrease the resistance of a metal wire?
Which of the following changes will likely decrease the resistance of a metal wire?
In a parallel circuit consisting of several resistors, what happens to the overall current supplied by the voltage source when one more resistor is added in parallel?
In a parallel circuit consisting of several resistors, what happens to the overall current supplied by the voltage source when one more resistor is added in parallel?
What is the impact of increasing the temperature of a metallic conductor on its resistance?
What is the impact of increasing the temperature of a metallic conductor on its resistance?
A circuit contains two resistors in series, with resistances (R_1) and (R_2). If (R_1 = 5 \Omega) and (R_2 = 10 \Omega), and a current of 2A flows through (R_1), what is the voltage drop across (R_2)?
A circuit contains two resistors in series, with resistances (R_1) and (R_2). If (R_1 = 5 \Omega) and (R_2 = 10 \Omega), and a current of 2A flows through (R_1), what is the voltage drop across (R_2)?
Which of the following most accurately describes the electromotive force (emf) of a battery?
Which of the following most accurately describes the electromotive force (emf) of a battery?
How does the actual voltage delivered by a battery to a circuit relate to its emf and internal resistance?
How does the actual voltage delivered by a battery to a circuit relate to its emf and internal resistance?
A household appliance is rated at 1200 W and is used for 2 hours. If the cost of electricity is $0.15 per kWh, what is the cost of running the appliance for this period?
A household appliance is rated at 1200 W and is used for 2 hours. If the cost of electricity is $0.15 per kWh, what is the cost of running the appliance for this period?
In a circuit powered by a battery with internal resistance, what effect does increasing the current drawn from the battery have on the 'lost volts'?
In a circuit powered by a battery with internal resistance, what effect does increasing the current drawn from the battery have on the 'lost volts'?
A battery with an emf of 12V has an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. If the battery is connected to a circuit with a total external resistance of 5 $\Omega$, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
A battery with an emf of 12V has an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. If the battery is connected to a circuit with a total external resistance of 5 $\Omega$, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
What principle should guide the calculation of total resistance in complex circuits that combine both series and parallel resistors?
What principle should guide the calculation of total resistance in complex circuits that combine both series and parallel resistors?
Given two wires of the same material, the longer wire will have:
Given two wires of the same material, the longer wire will have:
If the wire has a greater diameter, it will:
If the wire has a greater diameter, it will:
How would you mathematically calculate total power in an electrical circuit?
How would you mathematically calculate total power in an electrical circuit?
An appliance uses 500W for 10 hours, and energy costs $0.10 per kWh. What is the total cost?
An appliance uses 500W for 10 hours, and energy costs $0.10 per kWh. What is the total cost?
If a metallic conductor does NOT follow Ohms law, what is it considered?
If a metallic conductor does NOT follow Ohms law, what is it considered?
A battery with an emf ($\epsilon$) of 9V and an internal resistance ($r$) of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a load resistor $R$. What value of $R$ will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A battery with an emf ($\epsilon$) of 9V and an internal resistance ($r$) of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a load resistor $R$. What value of $R$ will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A battery with an emf of 6V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a series circuit consisting of two resistors, (R_1 = 2.5 \Omega) and (R_2). If the voltage across (R_2) is measured to be 3V, what is the value of (R_2$?
A battery with an emf of 6V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$ is connected to a series circuit consisting of two resistors, (R_1 = 2.5 \Omega) and (R_2). If the voltage across (R_2) is measured to be 3V, what is the value of (R_2$?
A solar panel has an open-circuit voltage (emf) of 20 V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. What external load resistance will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
A solar panel has an open-circuit voltage (emf) of 20 V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. What external load resistance will result in the maximum power transfer to the load?
Battery A has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$, while Battery B has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. If both batteries are separately connected to the same external resistor of 4 $\Omega$, which battery will supply more current, and by approximately how much?
Battery A has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 0.5 $\Omega$, while Battery B has an emf of 12V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$. If both batteries are separately connected to the same external resistor of 4 $\Omega$, which battery will supply more current, and by approximately how much?
Flashcards
Ohm's Law
Ohm's Law
Voltage across a conductor is directly proportional to the current flowing through it at constant temperature.
Resistance
Resistance
The opposition to the flow of electric current in a conductor.
Length and Resistance
Length and Resistance
Longer conductors have greater resistance due to increased electron collisions.
Diameter and Resistance
Diameter and Resistance
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Temperature and Resistance
Temperature and Resistance
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Material and Resistance
Material and Resistance
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Series Circuit
Series Circuit
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Parallel Circuit
Parallel Circuit
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Total Resistance in Series
Total Resistance in Series
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Total Resistance in Parallel
Total Resistance in Parallel
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Series Circuit Implications
Series Circuit Implications
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Parallel Circuit Implications
Parallel Circuit Implications
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Ohmic Conductors
Ohmic Conductors
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Non-Ohmic Conductors
Non-Ohmic Conductors
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Power (P)
Power (P)
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Energy (E)
Energy (E)
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Power Formula
Power Formula
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Energy Usage Formula
Energy Usage Formula
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Voltage (Potential Difference)
Voltage (Potential Difference)
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Electromotive Force (emf)
Electromotive Force (emf)
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Lost Volts
Lost Volts
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Internal Resistance
Internal Resistance
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Electromotive Force (emf)
Electromotive Force (emf)
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Voltage with Internal Resistance
Voltage with Internal Resistance
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Solving Series Circuits
Solving Series Circuits
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Solving Parallel Circuits
Solving Parallel Circuits
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Load Voltage
Load Voltage
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Power Formulas
Power Formulas
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Analyzing Series-Parallel Networks
Analyzing Series-Parallel Networks
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Impact of Internal Resistance
Impact of Internal Resistance
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What is Ohm's Law?
What is Ohm's Law?
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What are Ohmic Conductors?
What are Ohmic Conductors?
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What are Non-Ohmic Conductors?
What are Non-Ohmic Conductors?
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What is P = I²R?
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What is P = V²/R?
What is P = V²/R?
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What are internal 'lost volts'?
What are internal 'lost volts'?
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What are series-parallel networks?
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Why is actual voltage < emf?
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What is Electrical Resistance?
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What is Electrical Power?
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What is Electrical Energy?
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What is EMF?
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What is P = IV?
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What is Terminal Voltage?
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What is a Series Circuit?
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What is a Parallel Circuit?
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What is problem solving Circuits?
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What is the effect of internal resistance on battery?
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What is Internal 'Lost Volts'?
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Why does current affect battery voltage?
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Study Notes
Ohm's Law
- Ohm's Law defines the relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in an electrical circuit: (V = IR).
- Voltage (V) is measured in volts.
- Current (I) is measured in amperes.
- Resistance (R) is measured in ohms ((\Omega)).
- The law is applicable when the temperature remains constant.
Factors Influencing Resistance
- Length: Longer conductors have higher resistance.
- Diameter: Thinner conductors have higher resistance.
- Temperature: Resistance increases with temperature in most conductors.
- Material: Different materials possess different inherent resistivities; e.g., copper is low, tungsten is high.
Series Circuits
- Components are connected end-to-end.
- The current is consistent through all components.
- Voltage is divided among components.
- Total resistance is the sum of individual resistances: (R_{\text{total}} = R_1 + R_2 + R_3 + \dots)
- Failure of one component breaks the entire circuit.
Parallel Circuits
- Components are connected across the same two points.
- Voltage is the same across all components.
- Current is divided among components.
- Total resistance is calculated using the reciprocal formula: (\frac{1}{R_{\text{total}}} = \frac{1}{R_1} + \frac{1}{R_2} + \frac{1}{R_3} + \dots)
- Adding more resistors decreases total resistance.
- If one component fails, others continue to function.
Ohmic Conductors
- Follow Ohm's Law with a linear relationship between voltage and current.
- Resistance remains constant as voltage changes.
- Examples include copper and aluminum.
Non-Ohmic Conductors
- Do not follow Ohm's Law.
- Resistance varies with voltage or current.
- Examples include diodes and transistors, which have nonlinear VI characteristics.
Practical Applications
- Used to determine unknown quantities in circuits, such as using (I = \frac{V}{R}) to find current.
- Essential for designing and troubleshooting electrical systems, from household wiring to complex electronics.
- Parallel wiring in homes ensures that turning off one appliance doesn’t affect others.
Electrical Power (P)
- The rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, measured in watts (W).
- Calculated using (P = IV), where (I) is current and (V) is voltage.
- Can also be calculated as (P = I^2R) or (P = \frac{V^2}{R}).
Electrical Energy (E)
- The capacity to do work, measured in kilowatthours (kWh).
- 1 kWh is the energy consumed by a 1 kilowatt device operating for 1 hour.
Energy Consumption Calculation
- Energy (kWh) = (\frac{\text{Power (W)}}{1000} \times \text{Time (hours)}).
- Used to calculate the cost of running appliances by multiplying energy consumption by the cost per kWh.
Voltage and Electromotive Force (EMF)
- Voltage is the energy difference per unit charge between two points in a circuit, measured in volts (V).
- EMF is the total energy supplied per coulomb of charge by a power source, representing the maximum potential difference when no current flows.
Internal Resistance
- Batteries and power sources have internal resistance, causing a voltage drop when current flows.
- This reduces the terminal voltage available to the external circuit.
- "Lost volts" refers to the voltage drop within the battery due to internal resistance.
Electromotive Force (emf)
- The maximum potential difference a battery can provide when no current is flowing.
- Represents the total energy supplied per coulomb of charge.
- The actual voltage delivered by the battery (V) is less than its emf (\epsilon) due to voltage drop: (V = \epsilon - Ir), where (r) is the internal resistance.
Series Resistors
- The same current flows through each resistor.
- The voltage is divided across the resistors.
- The total resistance is the sum of individual resistances: (R_{\text{total}} = R_1 + R_2 + R_3 + \dots)
Parallel Resistors
- The same voltage is across each resistor.
- The current is divided through each resistor.
- Total resistance is calculated using: (\frac{1}{R_{\text{total}}} = \frac{1}{R_1} + \frac{1}{R_2} + \dots)
Applying Ohm's Law
- In series circuits, apply (V = IR) for each resistor and the total circuit.
- In parallel circuits, use the equivalent resistance formula.
Circuit Analysis with Internal Resistance
- (V_{\text{load}} = \epsilon - Ir), where (V_{\text{load}}) is the voltage across the external load.
- Power is calculated using (P = VI), (P = I^2R), or (P = \frac{V^2}{R}).
Energy Usage
- Energy (kWh) = (\frac{\text{Power (W)}}{1000} \times \text{Time (hours)}).
- Crucial for assessing the operational costs of electrical devices.
Advanced Circuit Considerations
- Complex circuits may consist of both series and parallel resistors, requiring simplification into smaller sections.
- Internal resistance significantly impacts battery performance, especially under high current loads, leading to reduced voltage and potential overheating.
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