Nuffield Foundation
Institute of Physics
Practical Physics

Simple electric circuits

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Practical Physics [1]

This collection contains important introductory experiments, often qualitative. They should not be hurried. Students will enjoy these and learn basic but difficult concepts, provided they are accompanied by sensitive questioning, sufficient time and encouragement.

Experiments

  • Simple electric circuits [2]
  • Problem circuit [3]
  • Experiments with switches [4]
  • Circuits from circuit diagrams [5]
  • Using ammeters [6]
  • Investigating the current around a circuit [7]
  • Water circuit [8]
  • Learning to use voltmeters [9]


Related Guidance

  • Working with simple electrical components [10]
  • Introducing electric current [11]
  • Electric charge and current - a short history [12]
  • Models of electric circuits  [13]
 


Source URL: http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-physics/simple-electric-circuits

Links:
[1] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-physics
[2] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2449
[3] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2514
[4] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2515
[5] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2626
[6] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2627
[7] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/2628
[8] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/3265
[9] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/3266
[10] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/1818
[11] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/1821
[12] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/1820
[13] http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/node/1822