What does torches stand for?

What does torches stand for?

The full form of TORCH is toxoplasmosis, rubella cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and HIV. However, it can also contain other newborn infections. Sometimes the test is spelled TORCHS, where the extra “S” stands for syphilis.

Which cell is used in the torch?

dry cell

What is a source of electricity in a torch?

Cells (battery) are a source of energy for the torch. Chemical energy is stored in the battery which is changed into electrical energy and then light energy as the light glows.

Are the cells used in torch light and wrist watch the same?

Ans. We use electric cell in an alarm clock, wrist watch, transistor, camera, torch etc.

How are the cells connected in a torch?

A torch bulb is made up of spherical glass which is attached to a metallic base. There is a filament inside the bulb. The positive pole of the cell should be connected to the positive terminal of the bulb. Similarly, the negative pole of the cell should be connected to the negative terminal of the bulb.

What is the difference between torch and household bulbs?

The primary difference between a torch/flashlight bulb and a bulb designed for use in household light fixtures, is the voltage at which the bulb is designed to operate, and the power that the bulb will consume (and the visible light energy it will produce) when operated at its nominal supply voltage.

Why do bulbs and cells have two terminals?

The bulb glows when there is a flow of charge. The flow will be present only when charges go in and come out as the charges cannot stay inside the bulb. Thus two terminals are present, one for inlet and the other for outlet.

What are two terminals of the bulb?

The base of the electric bulb and the metal tip of the base are the two terminals of the bulb. One is called a positive terminal while the other is called a negative terminal.

Where are the two terminals of an electric bulb located?

the base of the bulb and the metal tip of the base are the two terminals of the bulb . These two terminals are fixed in such a way that they do not touch each other.