PHYSICS CONNECTION
A circuit diagram is a measurement plan
Correct meter placement determines which current or potential difference is measured. Circuit symbols communicate that plan independently of the physical wire layout.
Ammeter in series Voltmeter in parallel
Follow the reasoning
- Identify the component being investigated.
- Place the ammeter in its current path and the voltmeter across it.
- Choose suitable ranges and record units with readings.
OFFICIAL OCR QUESTIONS
Try it in a past paper 3
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Question 4(b)
Design a potentiometer experiment to compare cell e.m.f.s.
Question 6
Read a lamp characteristic and use circuit measurements to find internal resistance.
Question 2
Design and analyse an experiment comparing a lifting motor’s electrical input with its useful mechanical output.
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ORIGINAL PHYSICSUK QUESTIONS
Put the ideas to work
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Specification outcomes (4)
- 4.2.1(a) Recognise and use standard circuit symbols.
- 4.2.1(b) Construct and interpret circuit diagrams using correct symbols.
- 1.1.2(a) How to use a wide range of practical apparatus and techniques correctly.
- 1.1.2(b) Appropriate units for measurements.