Circuits Flashcards

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1
Q

What is used to measure volts ?

A

Voltmeter

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2
Q

What must be placed to be able to measure current ?

A

Ammeter

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3
Q

What is a circuit breaker ?

A

A resettable switch

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4
Q

How many terminals does a battery have ?

A

Two

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5
Q

What does AC and DC mean ?

A

Alternating Current … Direct Current

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6
Q

What is a Variable Resistor ?

A

It controls the Potential passed through the circuit

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7
Q

What is a Diode ?

A

It allows electric current to pass in one direction

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8
Q

What is a Resistor ?

A

Resist the passage of an electric curren

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9
Q

What is a Fuse ?

A

It breaks the circuit if an appliance cause too much current to flow

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10
Q

What is a LDR ?

A

It changes the light intensity

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