Give an example of an ohmic and non-ohmic device

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The discussion confirms that a resistor is an example of an ohmic device, while a Light Emitting Diode (LED) serves as an example of a non-ohmic device. Ohmic devices obey Ohm's Law, demonstrating a linear relationship between voltage and current, whereas non-ohmic devices do not follow this law and exhibit a nonlinear response. The participants emphasize the importance of understanding these distinctions in the context of electrical circuits.

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Homework Statement



Give an example of an ohmic and non-ohmic device.

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Resistors - Ohmic device
Light Emitted Diode (LED) - Non-Ohmic device

I just need confirmation at the moment.
I am trying to answer some questions and this is all I have at the moment.
Thank you!
 
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Well, I hate to just say yes or no. What is the difference between an ohmic and non-ohmic device?
 
robb_ said:
Well, I hate to just say yes or no. What is the difference between an ohmic and non-ohmic device?

ohm's law - linear...directly proportional between electric field and current density. (so ohmic...)

non linear and doesn't obey ohm's law = non-ohmic
 
Fine then...yes those are examples.:biggrin:
 
robb_ said:
Fine then...yes those are examples.:biggrin:

Thank you!
I asked quite few questions so far in this forum but so hard to get confirmation!

Currently, working on diode's behavior in a circuit...
 
Well, we don't like to just give answers out here. I hope I didnt cross that line.
 
robb_ said:
Well, we don't like to just give answers out here. I hope I didnt cross that line.

Well, the book kind of states indirectly so I just needed confirmation. (Or is it the question that's asking me indirectly? :confused: )
Thanks though! :biggrin:
 

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