Controlling the LED brightness using Potentiometer

Aim

The goal of this activity is to control the brightness of an LED using potentiometer.

Materials Required

  1.  Breadboard -1
  2. 9V Battery -1
  3. LEDs -1
  4. Potentiometer  – 1
  5. 220Ω Resistors – 1
  6. Several Jumper Wires 

Wiring Diagram

Desired Outcome

Using a potentiometer, the brightness of the LED can be adjusted.