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What type of transistor is designed to amplify current?
What type of transistor is designed to amplify current?
- Phototransistor
- LDR
- Thermistor
- NPN and PNP (correct)
Which meter is specifically used to measure resistance?
Which meter is specifically used to measure resistance?
- Oscilloscope
- Ammeter
- Ohmmeter (correct)
- Voltmeter
What does an oscilloscope primarily display?
What does an oscilloscope primarily display?
- Current flow
- Voltage levels only
- Resistance properties
- The shape of electrical signals over time (correct)
What is the main function of a phototransistor?
What is the main function of a phototransistor?
Which of the following statements about LDRs is true?
Which of the following statements about LDRs is true?
How much current is considered potentially lethal?
How much current is considered potentially lethal?
What is the main purpose of a galvanometer?
What is the main purpose of a galvanometer?
What component measures voltage, often referred to as potential difference?
What component measures voltage, often referred to as potential difference?
What is the correct unit for measuring current?
What is the correct unit for measuring current?
Which of the following statements about voltage is true?
Which of the following statements about voltage is true?
How is current typically measured in a circuit?
How is current typically measured in a circuit?
What distinguishes a battery from a single cell?
What distinguishes a battery from a single cell?
Which symbol is correctly used to represent voltage in equations?
Which symbol is correctly used to represent voltage in equations?
What does the 'blob' signify in wire connection symbols?
What does the 'blob' signify in wire connection symbols?
What is true about direct current (DC)?
What is true about direct current (DC)?
What happens if wires cross in a circuit diagram without a joining 'blob'?
What happens if wires cross in a circuit diagram without a joining 'blob'?
What is the primary function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
What is the primary function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
In a transformer, how is energy transferred between the two coils?
In a transformer, how is energy transferred between the two coils?
What type of device is a lamp used for lighting in electrical circuits?
What type of device is a lamp used for lighting in electrical circuits?
Which type of switch allows current to flow only when the button is pressed?
Which type of switch allows current to flow only when the button is pressed?
What is a characteristic of a DPST switch?
What is a characteristic of a DPST switch?
Which of the following options describes the function of an inductor?
Which of the following options describes the function of an inductor?
What does SPDT stand for in switch terminology?
What does SPDT stand for in switch terminology?
What is the primary purpose of an earth (ground) connection in electrical circuits?
What is the primary purpose of an earth (ground) connection in electrical circuits?
What size drill bits are typically used with a portable electric drill?
What size drill bits are typically used with a portable electric drill?
What type of file is also known as a rat-tail file?
What type of file is also known as a rat-tail file?
Which file is primarily used for enlarging round holes?
Which file is primarily used for enlarging round holes?
What is a common use for a utility knife?
What is a common use for a utility knife?
Which type of saw is specifically designed for cutting metals?
Which type of saw is specifically designed for cutting metals?
Which file type is characterized as tapered in width and thickness?
Which file type is characterized as tapered in width and thickness?
What is the function of the pointed tang at one end of metal files?
What is the function of the pointed tang at one end of metal files?
What distinguishes a flat file from a round file?
What distinguishes a flat file from a round file?
What is the primary function of a magnifying glass?
What is the primary function of a magnifying glass?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a volt-ohm-milliammeter?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a volt-ohm-milliammeter?
What is an oscilloscope primarily used for?
What is an oscilloscope primarily used for?
What is a characteristic feature of hand-held hacksaws?
What is a characteristic feature of hand-held hacksaws?
Which of the following describes the purpose of a signal generator?
Which of the following describes the purpose of a signal generator?
Who is credited as the inventor of the magnifying glass?
Who is credited as the inventor of the magnifying glass?
What does a paint brush primarily serve?
What does a paint brush primarily serve?
What type of instrument measures resistance, as well as voltages?
What type of instrument measures resistance, as well as voltages?
Study Notes
Current and Voltage
- Current is the rate of flow of charge.
- Voltage is the energy per unit charge.
- Current is measured in amperes (A), voltage is measured in volts (V).
- Current is represented by the symbol I, voltage is represented by the symbol V.
- Current flows into and out of a component.
- Voltage is supplied by a battery or power supply.
Schematic Symbols and Their Functions
- Wires connect components and pass current easily.
- 'Blobs' represent where wires are connected.
- Cells and batteries supply electrical energy.
- A cell is often called a battery, but a battery consists of two or more cells.
- DC is the flow of electric current in one direction only.
- AC continually changes direction.
- Fuses are safety devices that melt if the current flow exceeds a specified value.
- Transformers use magnetic fields to step up or step down AC voltages.
- Earth (ground) provides a connection to the earth.
- Lamps convert electrical energy into light.
- Motors convert electrical energy into kinetic (motion) energy.
- Buzzers convert electrical energy into sound.
- Inductors/coils create a magnetic field when current passes through them.
Switch Symbol Types
- Push-to-make switch allows current to flow only when pressed.
- Push-to-break switch is normally closed (on) and only opens (off) when pressed.
- SPST (Single Pole, Single Throw) switch allows current to flow when closed.
- SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw) switch directs current to one of two routes based on its position.
- DPST (Double Pole, Single Throw) switch isolates live and neutral connections.
- DPDT (Double Pole, Double Throw) switch is a dual on-off switch.
Transistors
- Transistors amplify current and are used in amplifiers and switching circuits.
- NPN and PNP transistors are the two common types.
- Phototransistors are light-sensitive transistors.
Meters and Oscilloscope
- Voltmeters measure voltage (potential difference).
- Ammeters measure current.
- Galvanometers are highly sensitive meters that measure tiny currents.
- Ohmmeters measure resistance.
- Oscilloscopes are used to display the shape of electrical signals, and measure voltage and time periods.
Sensors (Input Devices)
- Light Dependent Resistor (LDR) converts brightness into resistance.
- Thermistors convert temperature into resistance.
Lab Safety
- Human fatality can occur with electric currents exceeding 100 milliamps (0.1 amps).
Portable Electric Drill
- Used for drilling holes in plastic or metal chassis.
Metal Files
- Hand tools with sharp ridges or teeth used for various tasks.
- Flat files are used for flat surfaces and edges.
- Round files are used for enlarging round holes.
- Half Round files are tapered for filing inside rings.
Cutting Tools
- Utility knives are used for various cutting tasks.
- Hacksaws are used for cutting metals.
Auxiliary Tools
- Magnifying glasses are used to magnify objects.
- Paint brushes are used for cleaning and painting.
Electronic Equipment
- Volt-Ohm-Milliammeter (Multimeter): measures voltage, resistance, and current.
- Oscilloscope: displays signal voltages.
- Signal Generator: produces simple waveforms.
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Explore the fundamentals of current and voltage in this quiz tailored for physics class. Understand key concepts such as the measurement of current and voltage, and their roles in electrical circuits. Test your knowledge of schematic symbols and their functions in representing electrical components.
