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  • What do we need to know in order to draw circuit diagrams?
    We need to know what the different components do and the symbols that represent them.
  • What is the purpose of a cell or battery in a circuit?
    They provide electric power to the circuit.
  • How does a switch function in a circuit?
    A switch can be closed to allow electricity to flow or opened to turn off the circuit.
  • What is a filament lamp?
    A filament lamp is a small bulb used in circuits.
  • What is the function of a fuse in a circuit?
    A fuse breaks if too much current flows through the circuit.
  • What is the purpose of a diode in a circuit?
    A diode only allows current to flow in one direction.
  • What is a light emitting diode (LED)?
    An LED emits light when current flows through it in the forward direction.
  • Where are LEDs commonly used?
    They are used in alarm clocks, traffic lights, and new LED bulbs.
  • What is the function of an ammeter in a circuit?
    An ammeter measures current and is connected in series.
  • What does a voltmeter measure in a circuit?
    A voltmeter measures potential difference and is added in parallel.
  • What are the types of resistors mentioned in the material?
    • Basic resistors (fixed and variable)
    • Light dependent resistors (LDRs)
    • Thermistors
  • What is the function of a basic resistor in a circuit?
    A basic resistor provides a certain number of ohms worth of resistance.
  • What is a variable resistor?
    A variable resistor allows us to easily modify the amount of resistance it provides.
  • How does an LDR function in different light conditions?
    An LDR's resistance is low in bright light and high in darkness.
  • In what applications are LDRs commonly used?
    They are used in automatic night lights and burglar alarms.
  • How does the resistance of a thermistor change with temperature?
    Higher temperatures cause the resistance of a thermistor to fall, while lower temperatures increase it.
  • Where are thermistors commonly used?
    They are used as temperature receptors in car engines and electronic thermostats.
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  • Why are circuit diagrams important in understanding electrical circuits?
    They provide a visual representation of the components and their connections.
  • What is the role of current in circuit operation?
    Current is the flow of electric charge that powers the circuit's components.
  • What is the significance of resistance in electrical circuits?
    Resistance limits the flow of current in the circuit.
  • How does light intensity affect the resistance of an LDR?
    Higher light intensity results in lower resistance in an LDR.
  • How does temperature affect the resistance of a thermistor?
    Higher temperatures cause the resistance of a thermistor to decrease.