Electric Circuit Symbols

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Electric components' circuit symbols
Friday Sheard
Flashcards by Friday Sheard, updated more than 1 year ago
Friday Sheard
Created by Friday Sheard almost 3 years ago
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Ammeter Measures electric current in amps/amperes
Cell Electrical power supply
Resistor Reduces current flow
Bulb Produces light due to electric current passing through
Voltmeter Measures voltage in volts
Thermistor Makes a precise change in electrical resistance when temperature changes
Fuse Prevents excessive current flow
Variable Resistor Gives the user more control over resistance
Switch Completes or breaks an electric circuit
Diode One way switch for current
LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) Detects light- as light intensity increases resistance increases
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