Circuits Flashcards

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1
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Define current.

A

The flow in the electric current.

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2
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What is current measured in?

A

Amps.

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3
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What is a parallel circuit?

A

A parallel circuit has different loops/branches which distributes more energy to light bulbs than series circuits

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4
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What is potential difference measured in?

A

Volts

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5
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Define potential difference.

A

Potential difference: the difference of energy between 2 point.

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6
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What is the equation that connects current, potential difference and
resistance?

A

Current (A) = Potential Difference (V) divided by Resistance (Ω)

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