Resistance & Power: Measured by e.m.f in a Circuit

In summary, resistance is the measure of a material's ability to impede electric current, while power refers to the rate of energy transfer or work done. Resistance can be measured by using an ohmmeter or calculating it using Ohm's law. E.m.f, or electromotive force, is the voltage or potential difference between two points in a circuit and is related to resistance and power according to Ohm's law. Factors such as length, cross-sectional area, resistivity, current, and material type and temperature can affect resistance and power in a circuit.
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Homework Statement



What of the following is measured by the energy dissipated when a cell drives a unit charge round a complete circuit?

A- Resistance
B- Power
C- Potential Difference
D- e.m.f

The Attempt at a Solution



e.m.f is energy converted from non-electrical to electrical form when 1 C of positive charge pass through a cell.

P.d is the energy converted from electical to other forms when 1 C of positive charge passes between 2 points.
 
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Resistance is the measure of how much a material or component opposes the flow of electric current.

Power is the rate at which energy is transferred or converted, and can be calculated by multiplying the current by the potential difference.

Therefore, the energy dissipated when a cell drives a unit charge around a complete circuit is a combination of potential difference and resistance, as it involves both the conversion of energy and the opposition to current flow. This can be measured by the power dissipated in the circuit, which is affected by both the potential difference and the resistance. So, the correct answer would be a combination of A- Resistance and B- Power.
 

What is resistance and power?

Resistance is a measure of a material's ability to impede the flow of electric current. It is measured in ohms (Ω). Power, on the other hand, refers to the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done. It is measured in watts (W).

How is resistance measured?

The resistance of a material can be measured by using an ohmmeter, which applies a small amount of voltage to a circuit and measures the resulting current. The resistance can also be calculated by dividing the voltage by the current, using Ohm's law (R = V/I).

What is e.m.f in a circuit?

e.m.f stands for electromotive force, and it refers to the voltage or potential difference between two points in a circuit. It is the driving force that causes current to flow through a circuit.

How is e.m.f related to resistance and power?

According to Ohm's law, the e.m.f in a circuit is directly proportional to both the current and the resistance. This means that as the resistance increases, the e.m.f required to maintain the same current also increases. Similarly, for a given e.m.f, an increase in resistance will result in a decrease in power.

What factors affect resistance and power in a circuit?

The resistance of a material depends on its length, cross-sectional area, and the material's resistivity. Power, on the other hand, is affected by the current flowing through the circuit and the resistance of the material. Additionally, the type of material used and the temperature can also affect the resistance and power in a circuit.

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