Resistors

Definition

Resistors are electronic components that limit the flow of electric current in a circuit. They are used to control the amount of resistance in a circuit, which affects the flow of current.

Related terms

Ohm's Law:

This law states that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage applied across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.

Circuit: A circuit is a closed loop path through which an electric current can flow.

Power Dissipation: Power dissipation refers to the process by which energy is converted into heat when an electrical component, such as a resistor, resists the flow of current.