What is the function of a galvanometer in a circuit?
What is the function of a galvanometer in a circuit?
Official answer
A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of electric current in a circuit. It is used to measure the small electric currents.
Marking scheme
- 1.1 mark
Hint
Galvanometer is used to measure small electric currents.
Quick oral answer
A galvanometer is used to detect the presence of electric current in a circuit.
Common mistakes
- 1.Ammeter is used to measure large electric currents.
Analysis and explanation
A galvanometer is a sensitive instrument used to measure small electric currents. It is commonly used in circuits to detect the presence of electric current.
Interesting facts
Galvanometer is named after the Italian physicist Luigi Galvani.
Question details
Q1 of 37 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- Science
- Year
- 2019
- Section
- Section A
- Marks
- 1
- Type
- Very Short Answer
- Chapter
- Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
- Topic
- Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
- Bloom's level
- Remembering
- Syllabus topic
- Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2019?
This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2019 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Magnetic Effects of Electric Current" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Magnetic Effects of Electric Current" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2019 paper?
This is a Very Short Answer question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2019 paper.