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Why resistors and capacitors are called as passive component

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Passive Components

Hi all,

Do you know why resistors and capacitors are called as passive components?

Big thanks!
A.T
 

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Becuase they dont require any power supply for them to operate. Thats why they are called passive
 

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Passive : consumes power
Active : can generate power
 

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Passive Components: components that do not amplify or switch signals.
Active Component: circuit element that switches the flow of current or has gain.
 

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