English National Curriculum - Science Science

1. Explore light dependent resistors

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Recognise the symbol for a light dependent resistor, this is also called an LDR

Describe how the resistance of an LDR changes in light and dark conditions

Explain how LDRs can be used in circuits

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light

The electromagnetic radiation which the human eye is able to see.

dependent

Relying on another variable and depending on each other.

resistor

A part of a circuit which adds electrical resistance.

intensity

The amount that a property is giving out such as brightness.

dimmer

The ability to lower the brightness of a light.

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