Physics 5054 · O Level · Resistance

Resistance — practice question

A student examines how the resistance of a diode changes when different currents pass through it. The student arranges the circuit shown in Fig. 1.1.
(a)[1]

On Fig. 1.1, draw the symbol for a voltmeter so that it measures the potential difference (p.d.) across the diode.

(b)[2]

Enter the readings shown in Fig. 1.2 in the top row of Table 1.1.

(c)[2]

Calculate the resistance $R$ of the diode from the equation: $R = \frac{V}{I}$ Write your answer in the top row of Table 1.1 using an appropriate number of significant figures.

(d)[2]

Complete Table 1.1 by adding the missing values.

(e(i))[1]

Describe how a change in current affects the voltage across the diode.

(e(ii))[1]

Describe how a change in current affects the resistance of the diode.

(f)[1]

Suggest the mistake that the student has made when putting the circuit together.

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