electricity - thermistors Flashcards
1
Q
what is the key feature of a thermistor
A
the resistance of the thermistor decreases I the temperature increases
2
Q
what is a thermostat
A
a device which turn appliances on or off depending on the temperature
3
Q
under cool conditions the resistance of the thermistor is high. What does this mean?
A
it takes a lot of energy for the current to pass meaning the potential difference if the thermistor is high
