Electronics Information Test Flashcards
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Which component stores energy in a magnetic field?
Answer: Inductor
Inductors store energy in a magnetic field created by current flowing through a coil of wire.
What does a multimeter measure?
Answer: Voltage, current, and resistance
A multimeter is a versatile instrument that can measure voltage (V), current (A), and resistance (Ω).
What is the total voltage in a series circuit containing a 3V, 5V, and 7V source all aiding?
Answer: 15 volts
In a series aiding configuration, voltages add together: 3 + 5 + 7 = 15 volts.
What is the purpose of a ground in an electrical circuit?
Answer: Provide a common reference point and safety path
Ground provides a common voltage reference (0V) and a safe return path for fault currents.
Which waveform is produced by a standard AC generator?
Answer: Sine wave
AC generators (alternators) naturally produce a smooth sinusoidal (sine wave) voltage output.
What is the difference between a NPN and PNP transistor?
Answer: NPN has current flowing into the base to turn on; PNP uses current flowing out of the base
In NPN transistors, base current flows in to switch on; in PNP, current flows out of the base to activate.
What effect does increasing wire length have on its electrical resistance?
Answer: Increases resistance
Resistance is directly proportional to wire length: R = ρL/A, so longer wire means higher resistance.