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(Stub entry - need to explain how the colour codes translate to values (also, the example given - Violet Brown Grey isn't a valid three-band resistor value))
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Color Codes
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Explanation

Resistors are an electronic component carrying color-coded bands indicating their value (measured in Ohms) and tolerance (e.g. 5%).