16. Fill in the blanks based on the electric resistance of a wire. a. Four characteristics of a wire that affect its resistance are and conductivity. b. As temperature increases, resistance c. A thicker wire resistance and a thinner wire resistance. d. A longer wire resistance and a shorter wire,. resistance. 17. Match the 3 basic parts of a working circuit with their correct description: a. connecting wires b. battery/generator 1. A voltage source 2. source of resistance 3. A complete path c. light bulbs/resistors

16. Fill in the blanks based on the electric resistance of a wire. a. Four characteristics of a wire that affect its resistance are and conductivity. b. As temperature increases, resistance c. A thicker wire resistance and a thinner wire resistance. d. A longer wire resistance and a shorter wire,. resistance. 17. Match the 3 basic parts of a working circuit with their correct description: a. connecting wires b. battery/generator 1. A voltage source 2. source of resistance 3. A complete path c. light bulbs/resistors

College Physics

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305952300

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...

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