Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Electric potential

Electric potential — practice question

The circuit diagram in Fig. 11.1 contains an ideal operational amplifier (op-amp).
(a(i))[1]

State what this circuit is called.

(a(ii))[3]

Explain why point P is described as a virtual earth.

(b)

Fig. 11.1 is changed, as shown in Fig. 11.2.

(b(i))[3]

Fig. 11.1 is changed, as shown in Fig. 11.2. The voltmeter has infinite resistance and its full-scale deflection is $1.0\text{ V}$. The input potential to the circuit is $V_{IN}$. The switch position can be altered so that different resistance values are present in the circuit. The input potential $V_{IN}$ and the switch setting are varied. For each switch position, the voltmeter reading is $1.0\text{ V}$. Complete Fig. 11.3 for the switch positions shown.

(b(ii))[1]

Using your answers in (i), suggest a use for the circuit of Fig. 11.2.

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