JAMB Physics 2002 Question 42

Question 42

Current Electricity

The carbon-granule microphone works on the principle of change in

  1. A.voltage
  2. B.inductance
  3. C.resistance
  4. D.capacitance.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (resistance)

Explanation

Sound pressure squeezes the carbon granules, changing their resistance and so the current in the circuit.