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CP7: I-V Characteristics

Investigate the I-V characteristics of a filament lamp, thermistor, and diode

Required PracticalEdexcelA-Level

🔬 Equipment Required

  • Filament lamp
  • Thermistor
  • Diode
  • Variable power supply
  • Ammeter
  • Voltmeter
  • Variable resistor
  • Connecting wires

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Filament lamp gets hot - do not touch
  • Use appropriate voltage range for diode
  • Avoid excessive current through components
  • Allow cooling between measurements

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About CP7: I-V Characteristics

CP7: I-V Characteristics is a required practical for Edexcel A-Level Physics. This practical investigate the i-v characteristics of a filament lamp, thermistor, and diode

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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