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The document consists of multiple chapters covering electrical concepts, components, and tools. It includes short answer questions, multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and specifications for various electrical devices such as diodes, transistors, capacitors, and tools like multimeters and screwdrivers. Key topics include the differences between AC and DC currents, circuit configurations, and the applications of various electrical components.
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Electronics Notes

The document consists of multiple chapters covering electrical concepts, components, and tools. It includes short answer questions, multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, and specifications for various electrical devices such as diodes, transistors, capacitors, and tools like multimeters and screwdrivers. Key topics include the differences between AC and DC currents, circuit configurations, and the applications of various electrical components.
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1st chapter (mcq no fill in blanks no)

Short Answer Type Questions:

a) What is the supply voltage at home?

The standard supply voltage at home is 230V AC in most countries.

b) What is one volt?

One volt is the potential difference that causes one ampere of current to flow through a
resistance of one ohm.

c) What is the supply frequency of supply voltage?

The frequency of the AC supply is 50 Hz in most countries, but it can be 60 Hz in others.

d) What is electric current?

Electric current is the flow of electric charge in a conductor, typically measured in amperes (A).

e) What does 10 A mean?

10 A refers to a current of 10 amperes, indicating the flow of charge at a rate of 10 coulombs


per second.

f) How are components connected in series circuits?

In a series circuit, components are connected end-to-end so that the same current flows
through all components.

Diagram:

[O]----[O]----[O]
g) How are components connected in parallel circuits?

In a parallel circuit, components are connected across the same two points, so the voltage
across each component is the same.

Diagram:

----[O]----

| |

----[O]----

h) How are components connected in complex circuits?

A complex circuit is a combination of series and parallel connections.

Diagram Example:

----[O]----

| |

[O] [O]

i) What happens to a series circuit if a bulb gets fused? Will the circuit close in this case?

If a bulb gets fused in a series circuit, the circuit becomes open, and current stops flowing.

j) Appliances where resistors are used:

Heaters

Fans
TVs

Radios

Refrigerators

k) What are the different variable resistors?

Variable resistors include:

Potentiometers

Rheostats

Trimmers

l) How are AC and DC currents different from each other?

AC alternates its direction periodically, while DC flows in one direction.

AC is used for power transmission; DC is used for electronics.

m) Appliances using DC power:


Mobile phones

Laptops

Electric vehicles

LED lights

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2nd chapter

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. A diode:

d) All of the above

2. Semiconductor material:

c) Both A and B

3. LED produces light when:

a) Forward biased
4. Two-terminal semiconductor device:

a) Diode

5. Resistance of variable resistors:

a) Rheostat

6. Energy stored in an electric field:

a) Capacitor

7. Three-terminal semiconductor device:

b) Transistor

8. LED color depends on:

c) Due to different compounds formation

9. LED requires:

b) DC

10. Transformer is used to:

c) Both A and B

11. Transformer works on:

a) AC

12. Transistor layers and junctions:


b) Three, Two

13. Diode is forward biased when:

b) Cathode is negative, anode is positive

14. Diode is reverse biased when:

a) Cathode is positive, anode is negative

15. Energy stored in an electric field:

a) Capacitor

16. Energy stored in a magnetic field:

b) Inductor

17. Resistance affected by:

d) All of these

18. Pentavalent impurities have electrons:

b) 5

19. Trivalent impurities have electrons:

a) 3

20. Pure semiconductors:

a) Intrinsic semiconductors
21. Impure semiconductors:

b) Extrinsic semiconductors

22. Categories for resistors:

d) Fixed and variable

23. Color code orange, orange, orange:

b) 33 kΩ

24. Resistance is:

d) Opposition to current flow

25. Resistor tolerance is indicated by:

c) Color code

26. If resistance decreases:

c) Current will increase

27. Resistance in a circuit:

b) Opposition to current

28. Brown, Brown, Red, Gold value:

b) 1.1kΩ 5%

Multiple Choice Questions:


29. Black, Brown, Green, Gold

Correct answer: a)

30. Brown, Red, Orange, Silver

Correct answer: a)

31. Red, Yellow, Grey, Gold

Correct answer: a)

Fill in the Blanks:

a) Transformer works on AC voltage.

b) Extrinsic semiconductor is doped form of semiconductor.

c) Intrinsic semiconductor is pure form of semiconductor.

d) Capacitor stores energy in the form of electric field.

e) Inductor stores energy in the form of magnetic field.

f) Diode has two terminals.

g) Silicon is a semiconductor material.

h) Transistor has three terminals.

i) When LED is forward biased, it will turn on.

j) A three-terminal semiconducting device is a transistor.


D. Short Answer Type Questions

a) Write short notes on:

1. Diode:

A diode is a two-terminal semiconductor device that allows current to flow in one direction
(forward bias) and blocks it in the reverse direction. It is used in rectifiers, voltage regulation,
and signal clipping circuits.

2. Transistor:

A transistor is a three-terminal semiconductor device used to amplify and switch electronic


signals. Types include Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT) and Field Effect Transistors (FET). It
is widely used in digital circuits and amplifiers.

3. LED (Light Emitting Diode):

An LED emits light when an electric current passes through it. It is efficient, long-lasting, and
used in displays, indicators, and lighting systems.

4. Capacitor:

A capacitor stores electrical energy in an electric field. It consists of two conductive plates
separated by an insulating material. Capacitors are used in filtering, coupling, and energy
storage.

5. Inductor:
An inductor stores energy in a magnetic field when current flows through it. It resists changes in
current and is used in filters, transformers, and oscillators.

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d) What is an extrinsic semiconductor?

An extrinsic semiconductor is a doped semiconductor, where impurities (dopants) are added to


a pure semiconductor to increase its conductivity. Examples include n-type (with electrons as
majority carriers) and p-type (with holes as majority carriers).

e) What is an intrinsic semiconductor?

An intrinsic semiconductor is a pure semiconductor with no impurities. It has equal numbers of


electrons and holes, and its conductivity depends on temperature. Examples: pure silicon and
germanium.

f) What are the applications of transistors?

Amplifiers in audio and radio frequency circuits

Switches in digital circuits

Oscillators in communication devices


Voltage regulators in power supplies

Logic gates in integrated circuits

g) Write down the specification of a capacitor.

Capacitance: Measured in farads (F)

Voltage rating: Maximum voltage it can handle

Tolerance: Percentage variation from the rated capacitance

Type: Ceramic, electrolytic, film, etc.

Temperature coefficient: Stability across temperature changes

h) Why are LEDs a good choice?

High energy efficiency

Long lifespan
Low power consumption

Available in multiple colors

Environmentally friendly (no toxic materials)

i) What is inductance?

Inductance is the property of an inductor to resist changes in current by generating a counter-


emf (electromotive force). It is measured in henries (H) and depends on the number of turns,
coil dimensions, and core material.

j) What is a capacitor?

A capacitor is a device that stores electrical energy in an electric field. It is made of two
conductive plates separated by a dielectric and is used in filtering, coupling, and energy storage
applications.

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B. Fill in the blanks by calculating the value of the color code

The formula for resistance value is:

R = (10 \times A + B) \times 10^C \, \Omega


A = First digit

B = Second digit

C = Multiplier

Answers:

a) Red, Brown, Red, Silver: (±10%)

b) Orange, Yellow, Red, Silver: (±10%)

c) Blue, Yellow, Orange, Gold: (±5%)

d) Violet, Green, Orange, Silver: (±10%)

e) Grey, Red, Yellow, Gold: (±5%)

f) Red, Red, Yellow, Gold: (±5%)

g) Blue, Red, Orange, Gold: (±5%)

h) Green, Orange, Orange, Violet: (±0.1%)

i) Red, Brown, Yellow, Green: (±0.5%)

j) Brown, Brown, Yellow, Green: (±0.5%)

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D. Find the value of resistance for the following


1. Yellow, Violet, Orange, Gold: (±5%)

2. Red, Red, Orange, Silver: (±10%)

3. Orange, Red, Green, Gold: (±5%)

4. Orange, Orange, Black, Gold: (±5%)

5. Red, Green, Orange, Gold: (±5%)

6. Orange, Red, Green, Red, Gold: (±5%)

7. Red, Red, Green, Black, Gold: (±5%)

8. Red, Red, Black, Red, Gold: (±5%)


9. Brown, Red, Yellow, Red, Gold: (±5%)

10. Resistor codes (e.g., 1252A):

3rd chapter

A. Choose the correct option

1. A screw is made up of _______ wrapped around a post or rod.

c) threads

2. Which of the following tools is used for shaping the metal into a sheet?

a) Hammer

3. Pipe wrenches are available in size from ______ inches up to ______ inches.

c) 4, 58

4. Wire stripper is categorized as ______ and ______.

c) Manual and automatic

5. Which of the following is used as a wire connector?


a) Lugs

6. Which of the following meters is used for insulation resistance testing?

d) Megger meter

7. Which of the following equipment is used to measure the AC voltage?

b) Multimeter

8. Which of the following meters is used to measure insulation resistance?

d) Megger meter

9. Which of the following tools is used for turning soft iron pipes and fittings with a rounded
surface?

a) Wrench

10. Which of the following tools is used for the removal of the insulation of wire?

c) Wire stripper
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B. Fill in the blanks

1. Combination plier is used for cutting, bending, and gripping wires.

2. Pipe wrench is classified by the length of the handle; they can be available in size from 4
inches up to 58 inches.

3. The process of melting a metal onto other metal components in order to bind them is called
as soldering.

4. Tong meter is also known as clamp meter.

5. Megger meter is classified as manual and motor-operated.

6. Soldering is also known as soft brazing.

7. Ladder is classified as step ladder and extension ladder.


8. In-line tester bulb is used for the indication of live wire.

9. In drilling, drill bits are used for making holes on the wall or wood.

10. Multimeter is used for the measurement of resistance, voltage, and current.

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E. Short Answer Questions

1. Screwdriver:

A screwdriver is a hand tool used for driving screws into materials. It consists of a handle, a
shank, and a tip designed to fit various types of screw heads (e.g., flathead, Phillips).

2. Megger Meter:

A Megger meter is a specialized instrument used to measure insulation resistance in electrical


systems. It applies a high voltage to detect leaks or weak insulation in wiring.
3. Multimeter:

A multimeter is a versatile electrical tool used to measure voltage, current, and resistance. It can
operate in AC and DC modes and is widely used in electronics and electrical diagnostics.

4. Combination Plier:

Combination pliers are multi-functional hand tools used for gripping, cutting, and bending wires.
They feature cutting edges and a flat gripping area for holding objects securely.

5. Line Tester:

A line tester is a simple device used to check the presence of voltage in an electrical circuit. It
typically has a small neon bulb that lights up when the tester touches a live wire.

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