AIMS - Basic Components of an Electrical Circuit

What is the role of 'Supply' in an electrical circuit?

• Energy Source

• Protective Device

• Isolating Device

• Current Carrying Device

What is the role of 'Fuse' in an electrical circuit?

• Energy Source

• Protective Device

• Isolating Device

• Current Carrying Device

What is the role of 'Switch' in an electrical circuit?

• Energy Source

• Protective Device

• Isolating Device

• Current Carrying Device

What is the role of 'Conductors' in an electrical circuit?

• Energy Source

• Protective Device

• Isolating Device

• Current Carrying Device

What is the role of 'Load' in an electrical circuit?

• Energy Source

• Protective Device

• Isolating Device

• Energy Utilization Device

What is the role of a supply or energy source in an electrical circuit?

An electrical circuit requires a _______ to provide the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

• battery

• resistor

• capacitor

• inductor

The purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit is to:

• prevent electrical overload by breaking the circuit

• increase the current flow in the circuit

• store electrical energy for later use

• convert electrical energy into mechanical energy

What happens to the thin wire in a fuse when too much current passes through it?

• It melts

• It glows

• It remains unchanged

• It becomes thicker

Which of the following is a function of a fuse?

• Increase current flow

• Protect the circuit from excessive current

• Generate electricity

• Store electrical energy