12 Questions
Which type of AC power is characterized by three sinusoidal voltages with 120° phase difference?
Polyphase AC supply
What is the minimum number of wires required in a single phase AC circuit?
Two
What term is used to describe an electric circuit with varying parameters of resistance, inductance, and capacitance?
Non-linear Circuit
How many wires are required in a three phase four-wire AC circuit?
Four
What is the defining characteristic of a linear circuit?
Constant component values
In electric circuits, what do lumped parameters refer to?
Constant circuit parameters
What is a unilateral circuit?
A circuit that changes properties with the direction of current flow
Which component is a typical example of a unilateral circuit?
Diode
What defines a node in a circuit?
A point where two or more circuit elements meet
What is a branch in a circuit?
A section between two junctions where elements with two terminals are connected
What characterizes a bilateral circuit?
It does not change properties with changes in supply voltage
Which of the following is the best example of a bilateral circuit?
Transmission line
Learn about the differences between single phase and polyphase AC circuits, including the number of wires required and the sinusoidal voltage patterns. Explore how single phase AC supply compares to three phase AC supply in terms of phase differences and circuit requirements.
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