wat is a rheostat?

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2006-09-28 13:54:23 · 4 answers · asked by i need help 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

A resistor for regulating a current by means of variable resistances. Also called a potentiometer.

2006-09-28 13:58:33 · answer #1 · answered by virtual_cynic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Rheostat is a large variable resistor with low resistance and can withstand high current.

2006-09-29 14:39:31 · answer #2 · answered by dwarf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

A manually variable resistor

2006-09-28 20:57:04 · answer #3 · answered by Steve 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

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and type the word in and IT WILL TELL YOU!!!!! Holy cow

2006-09-28 21:01:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋