Electronic circuits consist of various components that work together to perform specific functions. Some of the basic components include:
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Power supply: Provides the necessary electrical energy for the circuit to function.
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Resistors: Limit the flow of electrical current in a circuit, controlling voltage and current levels.
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Capacitors: Store and release electrical energy, helping to filter out unwanted signals or stabilize voltage levels.
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Inductors: Store energy in a magnetic field and resist changes in current flow.
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Diodes: Allow current to flow in one direction only and are often used for rectification purposes.
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Transistors: Act as switches or amplifiers, controlling the flow of current in a circuit.
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Integrated circuits (ICs): Contain multiple components within a single package, such as microprocessors, amplifiers, or timers.
These components work together by interconnecting them using conductive pathways on a circuit board. By combining these components in specific ways, electronic circuits can perform functions such as amplification, signal processing, or control operations based on the input signals they receive.
