Current Electricity Flashcards
1
Q
Electric Current
A
Caused by the flow of electrons/electric change through a good conductor such as a metal
2
Q
Insulator
A
Does not allow electric current to flow
3
Q
A conductor
A
Allows electric currents to flow
4
Q
Closed Circuit
A
Is needed for current to flow
5
Q
Electrons
A
The battery pumps electrons from its negative end around the circuit to the positive end
6
Q
Potential Difference
A
The difference in electrical pressure between the positive and negative ends (of the battery).
