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ZIMSEC O-Level Physics

14.4Electronic components

Electronic components 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. 14.4.1Describe resistor tolerance and use a colour code to find resistance values.
  2. 14.4.2Choose components with suitable power ratings.
  3. 14.4.3Describe the action of a variable potential divider.
  4. 14.4.4Describe the action of thermistors and light-dependent resistors.
  5. 14.4.5Describe the action of a capacitor.
  6. 14.4.6Explain the use of reed switches in circuits.

Lessons

  • Electronic components: resistors, capacitors and reed switches

    32 min

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  • Potential dividers and sensors

    30 min

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Sample question

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Electronic components: sample question

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Two equal resistors are connected in series across a 6.0 V supply. What is the p.d. across each resistor?

Answer in V.

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