Current, Potential Difference, Resistance & Power (Edexcel International AS Physics)

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A graph of current against potential difference for an electrical component is shown.

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Which component would give this graph?

  • diode

  • filament bulb

  • ohmic conductor

  • thermistor

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Which of the following units is equivalent to the volt?

  • J s–1

  • W s–1

  • J C–1

  • W C–1

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The graph shows how potential difference V varies with current I for an electrical component.

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Which electrical component is represented by this graph?

  • diode

  • filament lamp

  • ohmic conductor

  • thermistor

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The unit of resistance is the ohm.

Which of the following is equivalent to the ohm?

  • JC−2 s

  • JC2 s−1

  • JC−1 s−1

  • JCs

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The graph shows how current I varies with potential difference V for an electrical component.

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Which component is represented by this graph?

  • Diode

  • Filament lamp

  • Ohmic conductor

  • Thermistor

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A light dependent resistor (LDR) and a fixed resistor are connected in a circuit, as shown.

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The intensity of the light incident on the LDR is increased.

Which of the following does not take place as the light intensity is increased?

  • The current in the circuit increases.

  • The potential difference across the fixed resistor increases.

  • The total power dissipated in the circuit decreases.

  • The resistance of the LDR decreases.

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