Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Electric potential

Electric potential — practice question

A student builds a circuit that includes an operational amplifier (op-amp), as shown in Fig. 8.1.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 8.1, draw a circle round the output device.

(a(ii))[2]

State the purpose of this circuit.

(b(i))[3]

The resistors X and Y each have resistance $R$. When it conducts, the LED labelled B emits blue light and the LED labelled G emits green light. State whether blue light or green light is produced when the resistance of component C is greater than the resistance $R_v$ of the variable resistor. Explain your answer.

(b(ii))[3]

State and explain what happens as the resistance of component C is lowered.

(c)[1]

Suggest what the function of the variable resistor is.

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