Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Rectification and smoothing

Rectification and smoothing — practice question

A bridge rectifier is made up of four ideal diodes A, B, C and D, as illustrated in Fig. 11.1. The rectifier’s output is joined to a load L with resistance $2.4\,\text{k}\Omega$.
(a)[1]

In Fig. 11.1, label the load’s positive terminal with P.

(b)[2]

Fig. 11.2 shows how the potential difference $V$ across the rectifier input varies with time $t$. Calculate the root-mean-square (r.m.s.) current in load L.

(c(i))[1]

On Fig. 11.1, draw the symbol for a capacitor so that smoothing is produced.

(c(ii))[3]

With the smoothing capacitor fitted, the minimum potential difference across load L is $3.0\,\text{V}$. On Fig. 11.2, sketch how the potential difference across load L varies with time $t$.

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