Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential difference and power

Potential difference and power — practice question

(a)[2]

Using energy changes, describe the electromotive force (e.m.f.) of a battery and the potential difference (p.d.) across a resistor. Describe: - e.m.f. - p.d.

(b(i).1)[1]

The variable resistor $X$, with resistance $R_X$, is adjusted until the voltmeter shows $4.8\,\text{V}$. Calculate the current in resistor $Z$.

(b(i).2)[2]

Calculate the total power supplied by the battery.

(b(i).3)[2]

Calculate the number of conduction electrons that pass through the battery in a time interval of $25\,\text{s}$.

(b(i).4)[2]

Calculate the total resistance of $X$ and $Y$ in parallel.

(b(i).5)[2]

Calculate the resistance $R_X$.

(b(ii))[2]

The resistance $R_X$ is now reduced. State and explain any change in the voltmeter reading.

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