7.1 Circuits

Question 1

Draw the symbol for a cell

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Question 2

Draw the symbol for a battery

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Question 3

Draw the symbol for an open switch

Answer 3

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Question 4

Draw the symbol for a closed switch

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Question 5

Draw the symbol for an ammeter

Answer 5

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Question 6

Draw the symbol for a voltmeter

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Question 7

Draw the symbol for a motor

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Question 8

Draw the symbol for a resistor

Answer 8

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Question 9

Draw the symbol for a thermistor

Answer 9

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Question 10

Draw the symbol for a fuse

Answer 10

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Question 11

Draw the symbol for a diode

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Question 12

Draw the symbol for an LED

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Question 13

Draw the symbol for an LDR

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Question 14

Draw the symbol for a fliament lamp (bulb)

Answer 14

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Question 15

Draw the symbol for a variable resistor

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Question 16

Draw the symbol for a D.C. supply

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Question 17

Draw the symbol for an A.C. supply

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Question 18

Current flows in which direction?

Answer 18

From positive terminals to negative terminals

Question 19

What does LED stand for?

Answer 19

Light-emitting diode

Question 20

What does LDR stand for?

Answer 20

Light-dependent resistor

Question 21

What does an ammeter measure? How should it be connected in a circuit?

Answer 21

Current

Must be connected “in series” (in line with a circuit)

Question 22

What does a voltmeter measure? How should it be connected in a circuit?

Answer 22

Voltage (potential difference)

Must be connected “in parallel” (across a component of a circuit)