Resistors & Heat: Quick Explanation Needed

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The discussion revolves around the effects of heat on resistors within the context of electrical circuits, particularly focusing on how temperature influences resistance and voltage. The original poster seeks clarification on this aspect for their coursework.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster expresses difficulty recalling the relationship between heat and resistance, questioning its significance in their experiment. Other participants prompt further inquiry into how heat affects voltage in circuits with resistors, suggesting a connection to Ohm's Law.

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The conversation is ongoing, with participants exploring the implications of heat on resistors and voltage. Some guidance has been offered regarding the relevance of Ohm's Law, but no consensus or resolution has been reached yet.

Contextual Notes

The original poster mentions that controlling heat is a factor in their experiment, indicating a specific constraint related to their coursework. However, the exact nature of the experiment and the role of heat remains unclear.

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I'm doing coursework and i know it's dumb but i just can't remember how heat is supposed to affect resistors *heh* If someone could give me a quick explanation, it's not for the main part of the coursework, it's just a factor i have to controll in another experiment, but i can't remember why i have to controll it! D:
 
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thanks, one more question, why would that affect the voltage in a circuit with a resistor?
 
merr said:
thanks, one more question, why would that affect the voltage in a circuit with a resistor?
Think about Ohms Law.
 

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