homework 4 vocab Flashcards
1
Q
multiplier band
A
the third color in the band of a resistor that you multiply the numbers by.
2
Q
tolerance
A
the allowed variance plus or minus of a stated value
3
Q
voltage divider
A
connected resistors in series to produce a specific amount of voltage drop across the resistors.
4
Q
rheostat
A
a variable resistor with two terminals
5
Q
short circuit
A
an accidental circuit with very low resistance.
6
Q
resistor
A
device used in circuits to limit current flow or produce a voltage divider.
7
Q
color code
A
a marking scheme used to identify resistance values of carbon composite resistors
8
Q
potentiometer
A
a three terminal variable resistor
