How does a resistor affect an AC circuit?

Answer 1

Resistor imposes a restriction on the movement of alternating current the same way it does to a direct current..

Value of opposition is the same for a resistor in case of both AC and DC. It, similar to a circuit carrying direct current opposes an alternating current. It dissipates power as well. Ohm's law #V = iR# is followed as well where the value of the current #i = i""_(rms)#.

Where #i""_(rms)# is the root mean squared current.

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Answer 2

Nathan Ashcroft

A resistor in an AC circuit affects the flow of alternating current by resisting the flow of electrons, which results in the conversion of electrical energy into heat. The resistor's impedance, or opposition to the flow of AC current, is determined by its resistance value and frequency of the AC signal. In AC circuits, resistors can alter the amplitude and phase of the voltage and current, leading to changes in the circuit's behavior, such as voltage drops and power dissipation.

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Answer from HIX Tutor

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