Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

Click For Summary

Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the voltage received by each bulb in a circuit, specifically in the context of a diagram where each cell supplies 1V. Participants are exploring the configuration of the circuit and the implications of different wiring setups.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the possibility of redrawing the circuit diagram to clarify the connections for each bulb. There are attempts to analyze the circuit by considering different configurations, such as parallel sections for the bulbs. Questions arise about specific voltage points in the circuit and their relation to ground.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants sharing their thoughts and attempts to understand the problem better. Some guidance has been offered regarding the diagram, and there is a recognition of the need to clarify the connections and voltage distribution.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of a specific voltage supply from the cells and the need to consider how the bulbs are wired in relation to that supply. The discussion reflects uncertainty about the correct setup and the resulting voltage at different points in the circuit.

cormzy
Messages
6
Reaction score
0
Thread moved from the technical forums, so no Template is shown
Summary: Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

How much Voltage does each bulb receive in the diagram below? (In terms of 1v being the voltage supplied by each cell)
 

Attachments

  • EDA9B7A7-FB30-45BF-9993-EDA82B4CF6FA.png
    EDA9B7A7-FB30-45BF-9993-EDA82B4CF6FA.png
    10.7 KB · Views: 235
Physics news on Phys.org
cormzy said:
Summary: Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

How much Voltage does each bulb receive in the diagram below? (In terms of 1v being the voltage supplied by each cell)
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
 
  • Like
Likes   Reactions: Dale
A.T. said:
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
I have have tried drawing 2 circuits for each battery, where two bulbs are in one parallel section and one bulb in the other.
I got the answer wrong,
 
A.T, thank you for your help, I think I understand the question now!
 
A.T. said:
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
Hi A.T., is the top middle point at ##1V##? I see it's also connected to ground..
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
1K
Replies
6
Views
2K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
4K
Replies
4
Views
2K
Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
5
Views
2K
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
1
Views
3K