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ZIMSEC O-Level Physics

11.4Electric circuits

Electric circuits in ZIMSEC O-Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 4.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 11.4.1Set up simple electric circuits.
  2. 11.4.2Draw and interpret circuit diagrams.
  3. 11.4.3Use the fact that the current from the source is the sum of the branch currents in a parallel circuit.
  4. 11.4.4Calculate the resistance of resistors in series and in parallel.

Lessons

  • Circuit diagrams and components

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  • Series and parallel circuits

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Sample question

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Electric circuits: sample question

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A learner wants to measure the current through a lamp and the p.d. across it. How should the meters be connected?

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