JAMB Physics 2000 Question 27

Question 27

Current Electricity

A cell of internal resistance 0.01 Ω can be measured accurately using the

  1. A.Ohm-meter
  2. B.potentiometer
  3. C.electroscope
  4. D.metre bridge
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (potentiometer)

Explanation

A potentiometer draws no current at balance, so it can compare e.m.f. and terminal p.d. accurately enough to find a very small internal resistance.