Chapter 7: Electricity and Magnetism

Activity 7.6 (pg 149)

Aim: To measure the current and voltage by using a suitable measuring apparatus
Apparatus: Ammeter, voltmeter, connecting wire, switch, dry cell, crocodiles clip, bulb and
dry cell holder
A. Measuring current using an ammeter
Procedure:

Diagram 7.5
1. The circuit is connected as in Diagram 7.5 using one dry cell.
2. When the switch is on, the reading on the ammeter is recorded.
3. Steps 1 and 2 are repeated using two dry cells.

B. Measuring voltage using a voltmeter

Procedure:

Diagram 7.6
1. The circuit is connected as in Diagram 7.6 using one dry cell.
2. When the switch is closed, the reading on the voltmeter is recorded.
3. Steps 1 and 2 are repeated using two dry cells.
Chapter 7: Electricity and Magnetism

Observation:
Activity Total number of Ammeter / Voltmeter Brightness of the bulb
dry cells readings
1
A
2
1
B
2

Discussion:
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