PHYS 1112 Module 5.4

Electrical Energy and Power

Practice!

Practice 5.4.1
Household appliances (in the US) all have = 120 V.

What is the approximate resistance of the filament (at operating temperature) of a 100 W lightbulb?
Check your answer: B. R = 144 Ohms
Practice 5.4.2
US light bulbs are rated for 120 V. 

European bulbs are designed for 240 V. 

If you buy a 100 W light bulb as a souvenir in Paris, and plug it in at home, what happens?
Check your answer: D. It glows 1/4 as bright as usual