Solution Found!

Solved: Why is the current in an incandescent bulb greater

Chapter 15, Problem 74TAE

(choose chapter or problem)

Get Unlimited Answers
QUESTION:

Why is the current in an incandescent bulb greater immediately after it is turned on than it is a few moments later? (That’s why bulbs usually burn out just as they are being turned on.)

Questions & Answers

QUESTION:

Why is the current in an incandescent bulb greater immediately after it is turned on than it is a few moments later? (That’s why bulbs usually burn out just as they are being turned on.)

ANSWER:

Step 1 of 2

We know the resistance of the metal is affected by the temperature, initially the filament in the bulb is cold and it has lower resistance so it allows more current to flow.  So as soon as you turn it on the filament heats up.

Add to cart


Study Tools You Might Need

Not The Solution You Need? Search for Your Answer Here:

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back