Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

Paper 3 structured question: Electrical circuits

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Electrical circuits

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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

A circuit contains a battery, a resistor, and an ammeter.

Description

The circuit includes a battery providing power, a resistor limiting current, and an ammeter measuring current.

a
Explain how the ammeter is used in this circuit.
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[3]

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Paper 3Theory (Core)2 marks

Diagram Description

The diagram shows a battery connected to a lamp through a switch.

a
Describe the function of the switch in this circuit.
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Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.
[2]