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Depending on the situation. The purpose of the rheostat is use to change the resistance of the circuit.
The rheostat is use to define Ohm Laws
the 2nd situation is use to find out what the fixed resistor's resistance.
3rd purpose : used to control the resistance of circuit.
eg Radio
What else can I help you with?
Can a rheostat be used to control speed on a capacitor run motor?
No. If you attempt to reduce the voltage to a cap start motor by using a rheostat, you can destroy the motor.
Why a rheostat is connected series to the load?
A rheostat is connected in series with a load to allow for the adjustment of current flowing through the load. By changing the resistance of the rheostat, the voltage across and the current through the load can be controlled, enabling fine-tuning of the load's performance. This configuration ensures that the entire current passing through the load also passes through the rheostat, allowing for effective regulation of power delivered to the load.
What is the name used for a high power variable resistor?
Rheostat
What is the rheostat?
It is a variable resistance device which control the flow of current
Can you use a rheostat to lower voltage?
Yes, a rheostat can be used to lower voltage in a circuit by increasing resistance, which in turn reduces the current flowing through it according to Ohm's Law (V = IR). By adjusting the resistance, the voltage drop across the rheostat increases, effectively lowering the voltage available to the load connected in the circuit. However, rheostats are typically less efficient and can generate heat, so they are often replaced with more efficient electronic methods for voltage regulation in modern applications.
How is a rheostat use as a potential divider?
_____________ J| -_____/\/\/\/\_________+ | | | - + | |___i|i|___| E Well this is the circuit diagram , where r is the sliding jockey of the rheostat and a cell (E) is connected in parallel with the rheostat. By adjusting the jockey resistance of the rheostat can be altered which in turn would regulate the potential offered by the cell E to the main circuit. And thus a rheostat can be used as a potential divider.
Can you use a rheostat on ac motor?
Yes you can use a rheostat to control the speed of an ac motor as long as it is correctly sized (power). A better way would be to use a triac control.
How do you Test a rheostat?
how to test a rheostat?
What is another name for a rheostat?
A variable resistor is another name for a rheostat.
Where does lost energy in a rheostat go?
It is lost in heating the resistive material of the rheostat.
Explain the rheostat and its advantages in electric circuits?
Advantages in electric circuits : Advantages of using the rheostat in electric circuits is optional as you could just use the dial on the power-supply to vary the voltage (p.d.), and therefore the current. The advantage of using the rheostat is that you can control it to give you nice even numbers for the voltage.
Why you use rheostat of 15ohm resistance in melde's experiment?
A rheostat with a 15 ohm resistance is used in Melde's experiment to control the amount of current passing through the system. By adjusting the resistance of the rheostat, the frequency of vibration of the standing wave on the string can be varied. This allows for the different modes of vibration to be studied in the experiment.
What is the hypothesis of a rheostat?
The hypothesis of a rheostat is that by changing the resistance in a circuit using the rheostat, the current flowing through the circuit can be varied, thus regulating the output of the circuit.
How do you install a rheostat in 1999 626 Mazda?
How do you install a rheostat in 1999 626 Mazda?
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How a rheostat is used is as a potential divider?
_____________ J| -_____/\/\/\/\_________+ | | | - + | |___i|i|___| E Well this is the circuit diagram , where r is the sliding jockey of the rheostat and a cell (E) is connected in parallel with the rheostat. By adjusting the jockey resistance of the rheostat can be altered which in turn would regulate the potential offered by the cell E to the main circuit. And thus a rheostat can be used as a potential divider.
Can you use a rheostat on fluorescent lights?
No, rheostats are not typically used with fluorescent lights. Fluorescent lights require a specific type of ballast to control the current and voltage, which is different from the functionality of a rheostat. Using a rheostat with fluorescent lights can lead to inefficient operation and potential damage to the lights.
