Electrical Components Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
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What does A.C. stand for
A
Alternating current
2
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What does A.C. do / mean
A
The electrical current changes frequently according to the electrons
3
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What does DC stand for
A
Direct current
4
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What does DC do / mean
A
The electrical current is always moving in one direction
5
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What is an ammeter
A
An instrument used to measure currents
6
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What are the components
A
The parts of a circuit
7
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What is a conductor
A
Is a metal that allows the electrons to flow freely
8
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What is current
A
The flow of charge
9
Q
What is a fuse wire
A
A wire with high resistance
10
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What is an insulator
A
A material that blocks current
11
Q
What is a motor and it’s sign
A
An engine
Draw symbol
12
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What is a transformer
A
A device that increases or reduces voltage
13
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What is a volt meter
A
An instrument used to measure voltage
