Transistor as an Amplifier and Switch
Students will understand how transistors can be used as amplifiers and electronic switches.
Key Questions
- Explain how a transistor can amplify a small input signal.
- Analyze the conditions under which a transistor acts as an open or closed switch.
- Design a simple transistor switch circuit to control a light bulb.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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