In an electrical circuit, three incandescent bulbs A, B and C of rating 40 W, 60 W and 100 W respectively are connected in parallel to an electric
source. Which of the following is likely to happen regarding their brightness ?
(a) Brightness of bulb A will be maximum
(b) Brightness of bulb B will be more than that of A
(c) Brightness of bulb C will be less than that of B
(d) Brightness of all the bulbs will be same
(b).
Explanation : Brightness of bulb depends upon the heat produced per second. Since resistance of bulb is inversely proportional to the power, so
resistance of bulb A is more than that of B and resistance of bulb B is more than that of C. Heat produced per second = V2/R
where V is same for all bubls.
Therefore, brightness of bulb B is more than that of A.
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