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RP4: I-V Characteristics

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

Required PracticalAQAGCSE

๐Ÿ”ฌ Equipment Required

  • Filament lamp
  • Diode
  • Fixed resistor
  • Variable resistor
  • Ammeter
  • Voltmeter
  • Power supply
  • Connecting wires

๐Ÿฆบ Safety Precautions

  • Filament lamp gets hot - do not touch
  • Diode can be damaged by reverse voltage - check polarity
  • Use appropriate current ranges

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About RP4: I-V Characteristics

RP4: I-V Characteristics is a required practical for AQA GCSE Physics. This practical investigate the i-v characteristics of a filament lamp, diode, and resistor

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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