wheybags said:Homework Statement
Homework Equations
V=IR ?
The Attempt at a Solution
My main problem with this question is that impedance seems to apply only when inductors and capacitors are involved, but this circuit includes only resistors, so it seems to me like I could just treat it as resistance in this case.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,
wheybags.
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Quinzio said:
wheybags said:
Impedance is the total opposition to the flow of an alternating current (AC) in an electric circuit. It is measured in ohms and is a combination of resistance, inductance, and capacitance.
Resistance is the opposition to the flow of a direct current (DC) in an electric circuit, while impedance is the opposition to the flow of an alternating current (AC). Resistance is measured in ohms, while impedance is also measured in ohms but takes into account both resistance and reactance.
The formula for calculating Impedance in an electric circuit is Z = √(R^2 + (Xl - Xc)^2), where Z is the impedance, R is the resistance, Xl is the inductive reactance, and Xc is the capacitive reactance.
Impedance affects the flow of current in a circuit by limiting it. The higher the impedance, the more resistance there is to the flow of current. This can cause a decrease in the amount of current flowing through the circuit.
Impedance can impact the performance of electronic devices by affecting the current and voltage levels within the circuit. High impedance can lead to a decrease in current and voltage, which can result in reduced performance or malfunction of the device. It is important to match the impedance of different components in a circuit to ensure optimal performance.