Question Guide – DC Circuit
This question is related to the topic “DC Circuit” in O Level Physics tuition.
Question:
A resistor of resistance 2.0 Ω is connected across a series of cells of e.m.f. 9.0 V by wires of negligible resistance. A current 4.0 A passes through the resistor. Calculate
(a) The power dissipated in the resistor,
(b) The total power produced by the cells,
(c) State a reason for the difference in values in (a) and (b).
(a) The power dissipated in the resistor,
Solution:
(b) The total power produced by the cells,
Solution:
(c) State a reason for the difference in values in (a) and (b).
Observation:
If total resistance is just 2 Ω, circuit current
But the actual current is lower i.e. 4.0 A. This shows that the
(b) The total power produced by the cells,
Solution:
(c) State a reason for the difference in values in (a) and (b).
Observation:
If total resistance is just 2 Ω, circuit current
But the actual current is lower i.e. 4.0 A. This shows that the
total circuit resistance is actually higher than 2 Ω.
Typically, the cells have significant internal resistance. Thus, the higher circuit resistance.
Solution:
Some power is dissipated in the internal resistance of the cells.If you need help in pure physics and you are taking the O level examination for this subject, why not join our physics tuition classes.
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