How Many coulombs pass through each resistor in a circuit?

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a physics problem related to electric circuits, specifically involving a 12-volt battery and two ohm resistors connected in series. The original poster seeks to understand how many coulombs pass through each resistor in one second.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants inquire about the meanings of V, I, and R in Ohm's law and their relationship to coulombs. There are questions regarding the definition and measurement of current, as well as its units.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing with participants seeking clarification on fundamental concepts related to Ohm's law and electric current. Some guidance has been offered regarding the definitions involved, but no consensus or resolution has been reached yet.

Contextual Notes

There appears to be a lack of clarity regarding the relationship between current and coulombs, as well as the application of Ohm's law in this context. The original poster's attempt at a solution suggests some confusion about the calculations involved.

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Homework Statement


My question relating to physics and electric circuits, is "If a circuit consists of a 12 volt battery and two ohm resistors connected in series, then how many Coulombs pass through each resistor in a second".

Thank you all so very much.

Homework Equations


V=IR

The Attempt at a Solution


I tried using things such as "1 coulomb=6.25 x 10^18 to solve the problems but I just don't know how to.
 
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What do V, I, and R in Ohm's law stand for? How are coulombs related to Ohm's law?
 
Drakkith said:
What do V, I, and R in Ohm's law stand for? How are coulombs related to Ohm's law?
Volts=Current x Resistance
 
Precut said:
Volts=Current x Resistance
What's the definition of 'current'? How is it measured? What are its units?
 

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