Lesson 3 - Measuring Current: Wire Width Preview CT-STEM

Prediction of Current Based on Wire Width

Now using your explorations with the model, and the screenshot below, make a prediction about how wire width will impact current.

Consider how electrons might flow differently through a wire that is half as wide.

Please answer the questions below.

Question 2.1

Do you think that with a wire with a smaller width will have a higher or lower current?

Question 2.2

Describe your prediction about how the wire width will impact current and explain your reasoning.

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