Electryct Flashcards

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What is an electron

A

a stable subatomic particle with a charge of negative electricity

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2
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What is an electric current?

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the flow of electric charge through a conductor, measured in amperes (A)

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3
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What is resistance?

A

the opposition to the flow of electric currents measure in ohms.

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4
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How do you distinguish between series and parallel circuits?

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series circuits have one path for the current parallel circuits have multiple paths.

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5
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What is a conductor

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a material that allows electric current to flow through it

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6
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examples of a conductor

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copper, aluminium

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7
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Insulator

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A material that resists the flow of electric current

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8
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Examples of insulator

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rubber, plastic

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9
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What is electric current measured in

A

Amps

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10
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What is an ammeter used for

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Measure electric current

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11
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Two types of circuits

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  1. Series
  2. Parallel
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12
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Voltage

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the pressure from a power source thst pushes charged electrons.

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