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Question
Tabulate the different components of an electric circuit and their respective symbols.
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Solution
| Sl.no. | Electric component | Figure | Symbol |
| 1. | Electric cell |
Cell |
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| 2. | Battery |
Battery |
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| 3. | Switch-open | ![]() |
Open |
| 4. | Switch-closed | ![]() |
Close |
| 5. | Electric bulb | ![]() |
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| 6. | Connecting wires | ![]() |
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| 7. | Connecting wires | ![]() |
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