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Physics Chapter 11 : Topic 16

Thermistors and LDR Potential Dividers

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A potential divider containing a thermistor is mainly used to produce an output voltage that depends on:

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A negative temperature coefficient $\mathbf{(NTC)}$ thermistor has the property that:

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In a potential divider circuit, an $\mathbf{LDR}$ is used because its resistance changes with:

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When light intensity falling on an $\mathbf{LDR}$ increases, its resistance generally:

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The main purpose of using a thermistor in a potential divider is to:

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A potential divider consists of a thermistor and a fixed resistor connected in series. The output voltage is measured across the thermistor. If temperature increases ($\mathbf{NTC}$ thermistor), the output voltage will:

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In a potential divider, the output voltage across a component depends mainly on its:

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A potential divider with an$\mathbf{\ }\mathbf{LDR}$ can be used as an automatic street light because it can:

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An $\mathbf{LDR}$ has a high resistance in darkness. In a potential divider, this means:

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A thermistor is connected in series with a fixed resistor. The supply voltage remains constant. When the thermistor resistance decreases, the current in the circuit:

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Which combination is most suitable for designing a temperature sensor?

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The output voltage from a potential divider using an $\mathbf{LDR}$ is useful because it:

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A potential divider is preferred for sensors because it converts:

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A thermistor and fixed resistor are arranged as a potential divider. The output voltage is measured across the fixed resistor. As temperature increases ($\mathbf{NTC}$ thermistor), the output voltage:

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In an $\mathbf{LDR}$ potential divider, the output voltage changes because:

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A sensor circuit gives a higher output voltage when temperature rises. Which arrangement is likely being used with an $\mathbf{NTC}$ thermistor?

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If the resistance of the thermistor is equal to the resistance of the fixed resistor in a potential divider, the output voltage across either component is:

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Which statement correctly describes an $\mathbf{LDR}$?

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A potential divider using an $\mathbf{LDR}$ is placed near a window. During daytime, the output voltage changes because:

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The sensitivity of a potential divider sensor can be improved by:

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A thermistor-based potential divider is connected to a control circuit. The output voltage is used to:

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Which sensor is most suitable for an automatic lighting system?

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A potential divider output is taken across an $\mathbf{NTC}$ thermistor. At very high temperature, the output voltage is expected to be:

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Why is a fixed resistor used with a thermistor or $\mathbf{LDR}$ in a potential divider?

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The voltage output from a potential divider containing a sensor is an example of:

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A potential divider using a thermistor is connected to a voltmeter. The voltmeter measures:

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A light sensor circuit requires a higher output voltage when light intensity increases. Which arrangement is suitable?

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The advantage of using an $\mathbf{LDR}$ in a potential divider rather than measuring its resistance directly is that:

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If the output voltage of an $\mathbf{LDR}$ potential divider decreases when light intensity increases, the output is probably measured across:

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The basic principle behind thermistor and $\mathbf{LDR}$ potential divider circuits is:

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