Write a difference between an ammeter and voltmeter.


Both Ammeter and Voltmeter are used in electric circuits. Differences among them are as follows:

Ammeter Voltmeter
Ammeter is used to measure currentVoltmeter is used to measure Voltage
It is connected in series with an electrical component It is connected parallel to an electrical component
An ammeter must have very low resistance.A voltmeter has a very high resistance.

Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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