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Theory
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er 0 Ob tic cartent flowing through a conductor i drety proportional othe potential
ence across is ends, provided the physical state (pressure temperature and dimensions) ofthe conductor mains
unchanged.
iffisthe current flowing through the conductorand Vis the potential difference acrossits end, then VI
sadhence V=RI or R
here, R is the constant of proportionality and is termed as the electrical resistance of the conductor. The SI unit of
siriccurrentis volt/amp or ohm (2),
Reistnce depends on the dimensions and material of the conductor. The relationship between the resistance of a
ection isgvenbytheformula, R= p.” ohm
ateialand its length and area of the cros:
Where, p isthe specifi resistance or resistivity andis characteristicof thematerial ofthe wire
Proceslyr
1. Cleatfeagads of the connecting wire with the help of sandpaperto remove any insolation coating on them.
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2. Connect the resistance, rheostat, battery Key, voltmet
the screw provided at the base using @
3. Mark sure thatthe pointers in the voltmeterand miliamome coincide wi
If not, adjust the pointes to coincide with the Z