Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Resistance and resistivity

Resistance and resistivity — practice question

(a)[1]

Define the term ohm.

(b)[2]

A wire is made from a metal whose resistivity is $\rho$. Its length $L$ is increased gradually. Assume that the wire’s volume $V$ stays constant as its length increases. Show that the resistance $R$ of the wire is proportional to $L^2$.

(c(i))[1]

From Fig. 5.2, state the battery e.m.f. $E$.

(c(ii))[3]

From Fig. 5.2, determine the power dissipated in the variable resistor when the current is $5.0\,\text{A}$.

(c(iii))[1]

State what the gradient value represents on this graph.

(i)[1]

From Fig. 5.2, state the battery e.m.f. $E$.

(ii)[3]

From Fig. 5.2, determine the power dissipated in the variable resistor when the current is $5.0\,\text{A}$.

(iii)[1]

State what the gradient represents.

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