Ohm's Law:
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Ohm's Law is a fundamental principle in electrical engineering that states the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points and inversely proportional to the resistance between them.
The calculator uses Ohm's Law equation:
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Explanation: The equation shows that resistance equals voltage divided by current, providing a simple way to calculate electrical resistance in a circuit.
Details: Calculating resistance is essential for designing electrical circuits, troubleshooting electrical problems, and ensuring proper component selection in electronic devices.
Tips: Enter voltage in volts (V) and current in amperes (A). Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What are the units of measurement for resistance?
A: Resistance is measured in Ohms (Ω). Larger values may be expressed in kiloohms (kΩ) or megaohms (MΩ).
Q2: Does Ohm's Law apply to all materials?
A: Ohm's Law applies to "ohmic" materials where resistance remains constant regardless of voltage. Some materials like semiconductors are non-ohmic.
Q3: What is the relationship between resistance, voltage and current?
A: Resistance is directly proportional to voltage and inversely proportional to current. Higher voltage with constant current means higher resistance.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for DC circuits with constant resistance. Real-world factors like temperature may affect actual resistance values.
Q5: Can I calculate voltage or current using this formula?
A: Yes, the formula can be rearranged to solve for any variable: V = I×R or I = V/R.