Inverse Square Law: Voltage/Current Graphs

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Start date Feb 24, 2019
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In summary, the Inverse Square Law is a principle in physics that states the intensity of a physical quantity is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source of that quantity. This law can be applied to Voltage/Current graphs by observing the relationship between voltage and current as distance from the source changes. It also has significant implications in electricity, as it explains the relationship between voltage and distance and can be applied to other physical quantities such as light intensity, sound intensity, and gravitational force. The Inverse Square Law can be represented graphically by plotting the quantity being measured on the y-axis and the distance from the source on the x-axis, resulting in a curve that decreases rapidly as distance increases.

Feb 24, 2019

otterandseal1

Can a graph of voltage or current on the y-axis over distance represent the inverse square law?

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Feb 24, 2019

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otterandseal1 said:

Can a graph of voltage or current on the y-axis over distance represent the inverse square law?

not sure, don't think so
But what does that have to do with irradiance ?

1. What is the Inverse Square Law?

The Inverse Square Law states that the intensity of a physical quantity is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source.

2. How does the Inverse Square Law apply to voltage and current graphs?

In terms of voltage and current, the Inverse Square Law means that as the distance from the source increases, the voltage and current will decrease in proportion to the square of the distance.

3. What does the slope of a voltage/current graph represent?

The slope of a voltage/current graph represents the resistance of the circuit. A steeper slope indicates a higher resistance, while a flatter slope indicates a lower resistance.

4. How does the Inverse Square Law affect the power output of a circuit?

The Inverse Square Law can affect the power output of a circuit by decreasing the voltage and current as the distance from the source increases. This decrease in voltage and current can result in a decrease in power output.

5. Can the Inverse Square Law be applied to other physical quantities besides voltage and current?

Yes, the Inverse Square Law can be applied to other physical quantities such as light intensity, sound intensity, and gravitational force. In each case, the intensity of the quantity decreases as the distance from the source increases.