The Linear Graph
From the equation,
E = V + Ir
Therefore
V = -rI + E
Y axis = Potential difference (V)
X axis = Current (I)
Gradient od the grapf, m = - internal resistance (r)
Y intercept of the graph, c = e.m.f.
Example:
The graph shows the variation of potential difference with current of a battery.
What is the internal resistance and e.m.f. of the battery?
Answer:
e.m.f. = y-intercept = 3V
internal resistance,
r = -gradient of the graph
The graph shows the variation of potential difference with current of a battery.
What is the internal resistance and e.m.f. of the battery?
Answer:
e.m.f. = y-intercept = 3V
internal resistance,
r = -gradient of the graph