Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Rectification and smoothing

Rectification and smoothing — practice question

A student has designed an electronic sensor intended to turn on a lamp when the light intensity is low. A section of the circuit is shown in Fig. 10.1.
(a)[1]

State the name given to component X in Fig. 10.1.

(b(i))[2]

In Fig. 10.1, add the symbols for two resistors to finish the sensing-device circuit.

(b(ii))[2]

In Fig. 10.1, draw the relay symbol to finish the circuit for the processing unit.

(c(i))[1]

State what the relay is used for.

(c(ii))[2]

Suggest why the diode is connected in the direction shown to the output of the operational amplifier (op-amp).

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