2.2.4

LDRs and Thermistors

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Thermistors and LDRs

Thermistors and LDRs are devices where resistance changes with temperature or light. They can be used as switches for heaters and lights.

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Thermistors

  • A thermistor is a component where resistance changes with its temperature.
  • Usually, increasing temperature decreases the resistance.
  • We can use a thermistor to turn a heater off when a house reaches certain temperatures.
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LDRs

  • A light dependent resistor (LDR)s resistance changes with light intensity.
  • Usually, increasing light intensity decreases the resistance.
  • We can use LDRs to switch lights on when it gets dark or to know whether or not a camera phone needs to use “flash”.

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