Which of the following statements explains lost volt in an electric circuit? The

PHYSICS
WAEC 2005

Which of the following statements explains lost volt in an electric circuit? The

  • A. total p.d from a source to maintain a flow of current through the circuit as well as the source
  • B. p.d to drive current through the circuit component except the source
  • C. p.d across all external components connected to the source of electricity
  • D. p.d across the internal resistance of the cell

Correct Answer: D. p.d across the internal resistance of the cell

Explanation

The lostvolt is the potential drop in a cell due to internal resistance.



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