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Resistor
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an electrical component designed to limit or control the flow of electric current in a circuit, typically by providing resistance
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Resistors play a role in shaping the frequency response of audio circuits, influencing the tone in electronic musical instruments.
Resistors are crucial in voltage dividers, helping to distribute voltage across different parts of a circuit.
The color-coded bands on resistors indicate their resistance value, tolerance, and sometimes temperature coefficient.
In electronic circuits, resistors are commonly used to regulate the flow of current and protect sensitive components.
To test the resistor, you need to connect it to an ohmmeter.