A resistor is an electrical component that restricts the flow of electric current in a circuit. It converts electrical energy into heat.
Think of a resistor as a narrow pipe in a water system. Just like how the narrow pipe restricts the flow of water, a resistor restricts the flow of electric current.
Ohm's Law: It states that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage applied across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.
Power Dissipation: This refers to the amount of power converted into heat by a resistor when an electric current flows through it.
Color Code: Resistors are often color-coded with bands that indicate their resistance value.
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