Circuit symbols (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Quizzes
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Why are circuit symbols standardized worldwide?
Why are circuit symbols standardized worldwide?
So they can be understood globally
What is a battery made of?
What is a battery made of?
Two or more cells joined together
What voltage does a battery provide compared to a single cell?
What voltage does a battery provide compared to a single cell?
Higher voltage
What happens when a switch is open?
What happens when a switch is open?
Current flow stops completely
What does a voltmeter measure?
What does a voltmeter measure?
Potential difference across a component
What does an ammeter measure?
What does an ammeter measure?
Current flowing through a component
How should an ammeter be connected to measure current?
How should an ammeter be connected to measure current?
In series through components
What is the key feature of a variable resistor?
What is the key feature of a variable resistor?
Its resistance can be adjusted
What happens to a thermistor's resistance as temperature increases?
What happens to a thermistor's resistance as temperature increases?
Resistance decreases
What happens to an LDR's resistance when light gets brighter?
What happens to an LDR's resistance when light gets brighter?
Resistance decreases
What is a key property of an LED regarding current?
What is a key property of an LED regarding current?
Current only flows in one direction
What does a fuse do when too much current flows?
What does a fuse do when too much current flows?
It melts to protect components