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Why voltage measured at terminals of battery to which load is connected is always lower than open circuit voltage?
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∙ 12y ago
Real-world batteries do not have zero internal resistance. When one connects a load (resistance) to a battery, current begins to flow and the open-circuit potential is divided between the battery's internal resistance and the resistance of the load. Thus, one will measure a lower voltage at the battery terminals when a load is connected, compared to no-load conditions.
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Does miliamperes increase as does battery voltage when put in a series configuration?
The current in a circuit, expressed in milliamperes, is1,000 x (battery or power supply voltage)/(resistance connected between the power supply terminals)If you increase the voltage of the battery or power supply, the current in the circuitincreases proportionally, at least until something in the circuit gets hot, melts, fuses,and opens the circuit.
What is the function of a variable resister in an electrical circuit?
A variable resistor usually has three terminals, one of which is connected to the 'wiper' by which means its resistance is measured. By using all three terminals, we can control the potential difference in a circuit. When used in this way, we call the variable resistor a 'potentiometer'. By using two of the three terminals, one of which must be connected to the variable wiper, we can control the current passing through circuit. When used in this way, we call the variable resistor a 'rheostat'.
What would the current flow be if a short circuit is put across the battery's terminals?
That will depend on the internal resistance of the battery. I = E / R Where I is the current, E is the open circuit battery voltage, and R is the internal resistance of the battery.
How is a series circuit different to a parell circuit?
The difference between a series and parallel circuit is that a series circuit is connected in such a way that the same current intensity flows through the elements while a parallel circuit is connected in such a way that the same potential appears across their terminals.
What can be used to produce a continuous flow of charge?
A battery will do this, when connected to a closed circuit (for a while).
When the wires are connected to the terminals of the battery what causes electric currents in the circuit?
The energy stored in the chemicals of the battery
When wires are connected to the terminals of the battery what causes electric current in the circuit?
The voltage (V) between its terminals. ~Gabby
When wires are connected to the terminals of a battery. what causes electric current in the circuit?
The resistance of the load is what causes an electric current to flow in a circuit.
When the wires are connected to the terminals of the battery what causes electric current in a circuit?
The resistance of the load is what causes an electric current to flow in a circuit.
Should you connect both ends of a battery in to a circuit?
The circuit won't do anything until both terminals of the battery are connected to the correct [two different] points in the circuit. As long as either terminal of the battery remains disconnected, the circuit is "OFF".
When an ammeter is connected in a circuit which terminal of the battery must be connected to the positive terminal of the ammeter?
The positive terminal of the battery would be connected to the positive terminal of the ammeter. The load would then be connected between the two negative terminals, positive side of the load being connected to the negative side of the ammeter.
What is the current in a 1.5V Alkaline battery?
The current depends on what is connected to the battery's terminals. If nothing is connected to it, then there is no current, and the battery lasts quite a while. In general, the current is 1.5/resistance of the external circuit connected to the battery until that number gets too big, and then the voltage of the battery sags, because it can't deliver that much current.
What is the function of a resister in an electric circuit?
A variable resistor usually has three terminals, one of which is connected to the 'wiper' by which means its resistance is measured. By using all three terminals, we can control the potential difference in a circuit. When used in this way, we call the variable resistor a 'potentiometer'. By using two of the three terminals, one of which must be connected to the variable wiper, we can control the current passing through circuit. When used in this way, we call the variable resistor a 'rheostat'.
How many minutes does a 45mah battery last?
That completely depends on how much current is used by the circuit or device that's connected to the battery. For example, if there is no circuit or device connected to the battery, and no current is used, then the battery lasts for quite a long time. But if you lay a screwdriver across the battery terminals and create great balls of fire, then the charge on the battery may only last for 1/2 second.
What are the two places on a battery to which battery circuit wires can be attached?
Positive and Negative Terminals.
How does a short circuit occaur?
Short circuit occurs when positive and negative terminals are connected directly.
After replacing battery terminals car wont start?
Replacing battery terminals??? How did you accomplish that. Do you mean you replaced the battery or are you referring to the battery cables? If you replaced the cables are you sure you have them connected correcty and tight. Especially the ground connection. Take a reading with an ohm meter from the neg battery post to the engine or chassis. If the circuit is open, you have a bad connection.
