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What is a fixed resistor measured in?

Resistance is measured in ohms.


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'.


Why connect a 100 Ohm resistor to the two terminals of a capacitor If the voltmeter doesn't turn to zero would be better to use a larger resistor?

We can guess that the resistor is used for discharging the capacitor's plates. Generally we short the two terminals on a capacitor to discharge it fully. A resistor will take more time to do this than shorting-out the terminals: the higher the resistance, the longer the time that will be taken to discharge a capacitor fully.


Can you measure the internal resistance of dry cell using multimeter?

Well, you do use a multimeter to measure it, but not directly. You need at least one other thing besides the multimeter and the dry cell. Here's a simple way to do it: -- Take a resistor. With the meter set to measure resistance, measure the resistor's value. Call that 'R'. -- With the meter set to measure voltage, measure the voltage of the dry cell. Call it 'V1'. -- Connect the resistor across the dry cell. Measure the dry cell's voltage again. Call it 'V2 ' this time . V2 will be less than V1 . The internal resistance of the dry cell is R times (V1 - V2) / V2


Is it possible to check volt and ohms in a colomb meter?

A multimeter, often referred to as a "colomb meter" in some contexts, can measure voltage (volts) and resistance (ohms) among other electrical parameters. To measure voltage, you set the multimeter to the voltage setting and connect the probes across the component or circuit. For measuring resistance, you switch to the ohms setting and connect the probes to the resistor or circuit section. Always ensure the circuit is powered off when measuring resistance to avoid damage to the multimeter.

Related Questions

Can you calculate the resistance of a component using a meter and a resistor?

yes you can! you can use a multimeter and a resistor.


Why does resistance value measured using multimeter differ from one decoded using colour band?

Resistors have tolerance. So does the multimeter. Standard resistors range from 20% (no fourth band), to 10% (fourth band silver), to 5% (fourth band gold). Resistors will not normally measure exactly what you expect, and proper circuit design must take this into account.The multimeter may not be calibrated correctly.


What is a fixed resistor measured in?

Resistance is measured in ohms.


Is resistor measured in amps?

No, resistors are measured in ohms, not amps. Ohms represent the resistance offered by the resistor to the flow of current, whereas amps (amperes) represent the measure of current flowing through a circuit.


Can you use the multimeter to measure the resistance of a resistor when there is current passing the resistor?

A: NO the only way is to lift one lead and measure.


What instruments used in measuring current and voltage?

Multi meterAnswerInstruments that measure current are called ammeters, and instruments that measure voltage are called voltmeters. An instrument that measures resistance is called an ohmmeter. Each of these functions can be combined into one instrument, called a multimeter.


How is an multimeter connected to take a measure?

Multimetres are generaly used to measure the following quantities. Voltage: multimeter is connected in parallel with the Load; Current: multimeter is connected in series with Load; Resistance: the resistor must be taken out of the circuit first, then, the probes from the multimeter are connected across the resistor,


Why resistor should disconnected from the circuit when measured the value of resistor?

if not disconnected you will measure the resistance of the circuit in parallel with the resistor.


Functions of a multimeter?

A multimeter combines the functions of an ammeter, voltmeter, and ohmmeter and, so, can be used to measure current, voltage, and resistance by selecting the appropriate scale/setting.


What does resistor perform?

A resistor's resistance is measured in ohms. The higher the resistance the less current will flow with a constant voltage applied across the resistor. In terms of Ohm's Law Voltage = Current x Resistance.


How do you test to identify a bad resistor?

First you need to know the value of the resistor. Follow the link for a handy resistor calculator After determining the value of your resistor simply test the resistor with an ohmmeter to see if it is at true value. General use should be within + or - 5%


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'.