Explore the intricacies of RLC circuits in this comprehensive 40-minute physics lesson. Delve into the behavior of resistors, capacitors, and inductors in AC circuits, understanding concepts like power dissipation, phase relationships, and effective resistance. Learn about rms voltage and current, capacitive and inductive reactance, and their formulas. Discover how to analyze RLC series circuits using phasor diagrams to calculate voltage, impedance, and power dissipation. Master the calculation of resonance frequency and solve sample problems to reinforce your understanding of these complex electrical systems.