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The laboratory experiment analyzed resistive networks, confirming the application of Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's circuit laws in both series and parallel circuits. The computed resistances closely matched actual measurements, with minor discrepancies due to measurement tolerances. The findings emphasized the principles of resistance in series and parallel configurations, highlighting their relevance in real-world electrical system design.

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The laboratory experiment analyzed resistive networks, confirming the application of Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's circuit laws in both series and parallel circuits. The computed resistances closely matched actual measurements, with minor discrepancies due to measurement tolerances. The findings emphasized the principles of resistance in series and parallel configurations, highlighting their relevance in real-world electrical system design.

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Laboratory Experiment 2

08/20/2024

Analysis of Resistive Networks


Agdeppa, Klyde Vincent C.
2023102809
Group 1

Course Instructor
Mr. Glenn Magwili
FINALIZED DATA SHEET

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𝑅= (computed)
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Voltage (Experimental) Current (Experimental) Resistance (Computed)

3.9 v 1.78 mA 2191 Ω

1.3 v 1.78 mA 730 Ω

15.0 v 0.3 mA 50000 Ω

0.6 v 1.4 mA 429 Ω

14.0 v 1.4 mA 10000 Ω

Voltage (Actual/Virtual Current (Actual/Virtual Resistance (Computed)


Box) Box)

3.79 v 1.73 mA 2191 Ω

1.26 v 1.73 mA 730 Ω

14.94 v 0.298 mA 50000 Ω

0.615 v 1.43 mA 429 Ω

14.33 v 1.43 mA 10000 Ω

Vt = V345 + V1 + V2 = 15 V + 3.9 V + 1.3 V = 20.2 V


V345 = 15 V
V1 = 3.9 V
V2 = 1.3 V
∑ I = 0 → I1 – I4 – I3 = 0
I1 – I4 = I3
1.78 mA – 1.4 mA = 00.4 mA
0.38 mA = 0.4 mA
0.02 point difference

∑ V = 0 → Vt – V1 – V3 – V2 = 0 (ACDBA Loop)
20.2 V – 3.79 V – 14.94 V – 1.26 V = 0.03
0.03 point difference

∑ V = 0 → V3 – V4 – V5 = 0 (CEFDC Loop)
14.94 V – 0.615 V – 14.33 V = - 0.005
0.03 point difference

∑ V = 0 → Vt – V1 – V4 – V5 – V2 = 0 (ACEFDBA Loop)
20.2 V – 3.79 V – 0.615 V – 14.33 V – 1.26 V = 0.205
0.205 point difference
ANSWERED PROBLEMS

1. What are the identifying characteristics of a series circuit?


A series circuit is defined by three key features: a uniform current
throughout the circuit, a unique voltage drop for each component as dictated by
Ohm's Law, and adherence to Kirchoff's Current Law.
2. What are the identifying characteristics of a parallel circuit?
A parallel circuit is defined by three key features: a uniform voltage
throughout the circuit, separate current paths for each branch, and adherence to
Kirchoff's Voltage Law.
3. What changes occur in the total resistance of a circuit as additional
(a) When resistors are connected in series, the overall resistance of the
circuit increases with each additional resistor. (b) In contrast, when resistors are
connected in parallel, the overall resistance of the circuit decreases as more
resistors are added.
4. What are the different types of resistances and their purpose?
Resistors can be classified into two main categories: fixed resistors and
variable resistors. Fixed resistors, which have a constant resistance, include
wirewound resistors used in circuit designs and composition resistors used when
large resistance is needed. Variable resistors, on the other hand, have adjustable
resistance and include potentiometers, which are three-terminal elements with a
sliding contact or wiper that allows the resistance to vary between the wiper
terminal and the fixed terminals.
5. Why are the lamps in a house lighting circuit not connected in series?
In a house lighting circuit, lamps are not connected in series to prevent a
single blown lamp from cutting off power to the entire house, as the voltage would
cease to flow in a series circuit.
6. A small lamp is designed to draw 300 mA in a 6V circuit. What is the
resistance of the lamp filament?
V = IR → R = V/I
V = 6V
I = 300x10-3 A
R = 6/300x10-3 = 20 Ω
7. A battery with an internal resistance of 1.5 is connected in series with
resistors R1 = 3 Ω, R2 = 3.5 Ω if the potential difference across the 3 Ω
resistorss 9 V. What is the emf of the battery?
V = IR
I = V/R1 = 9 V/3 Ω = 3 A
Rtotal = r + R1 + R2 = 1.5 Ω + 3 Ω + 3.5 Ω = 8 Ω
Emf = IRtotal = (3 A)(8 Ω) = 24 V
8. Determine the ideal voltage source needed by three resistors connected in
series R1 = 6 Ω, R2 = 8 Ω, and R3 = 10 Ω if a required current of 0.5 A flows in
the circuit.
Rtotal = R1 + R2 + R3 = 6 Ω + 8 Ω + 10 Ω = 24 Ω
V = IR → (0.5 A)(24 Ω) = 12 V
9. Determine the total resistance of the circuit below.

R1 1Ω
R2 14 Ω
R3 4.5 Ω
R4 1.5 Ω
R5 10 Ω
R6 40 Ω
R7 4Ω
R8 5Ω
R9 18 Ω
R10 2Ω
R11 5Ω
R12 25 Ω

R34 = 4.5 + 1.5 = 6 Ω


R56 = (1/10 + 1/40)-1 = 8 Ω
R567 = 4 + 8 = 12 Ω
R34567 = (1/6 + 1/12)-1 = 4 Ω
R345678 = 4 + 5 = 9 Ω
R3456789 = (1/9 + 1/18)-1 = 6 Ω
R23456789 = 14 + 6 = 20 Ω
R23456789(11)(12) = (1/30 + 1/20)-1 = 12 Ω
Req = 1 + 12 + 2 = 15 Ω

10. Based from the circuit on problem 9, determine the current through the 18
Ω resistance of the circuit and the potential difference across the 10 Ω
resistance if a 30 V dc is connected across the terminals
I = 1.48 A X 12 Ω/(12 Ω + 18 Ω) = 0.592 A
V = 0.592 A X 10 Ω = 5.92 V
The current flowing through the 18 Ω resistor is 0.592 A and the potential
difference across the 10 Ω is 5.92 V
INTERPRETATION
The experiment on resistive networks demonstrated the practical application
of Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s circuit laws in both series and parallel circuits. The
computed resistances for the experimental data closely matched the actual values
measured through the virtual box, with only slight differences due to measurement
tolerances and real-world imperfections. The voltage and current measurements
were consistent with Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law and Kirchhoff’s Current Law,
confirming the theoretical expectations. In the series circuit, the voltage drops across
individual resistors sum up to the total applied voltage, while in the parallel circuit,
the currents split across different branches, ensuring that the total current is
conserved.

CONCLUSION

The analysis of resistive networks validated key principles of electrical


circuits, such as the additive nature of resistances in series and the reduced overall
resistance in parallel configurations. The close agreement between experimental and
actual measurements supports the reliability of theoretical models in predicting
circuit behavior. This experiment highlights the importance of understanding how
resistive networks function in real-world applications, aiding in the design and
optimization of electrical systems.

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