Simple A.C. circults

Overview

Explaining the peak and v.m.s values of current and the p.d. Establishing the phase relationship between current and p.d in an a.c. circuit. Explaining reactance and impedance. Determining current in circuits containing: - Resistance and capacitance - Resistance, inductance, and capacitance. - Determining power in an a.c. circuit.

Lesson details

Class: SS3
Subject: Physics
Theme: Field At Rest And In Motion
Duration: 30:12

What you'll learn

Alternating current circuits:
- Nomenclature in a.c. ciruits.
- Peak and r.m.s values.
- Series ciruits containing resistance, inductance, capacitance.
- Reactance and impedance.
Power in an a.c. circuit.

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