Electric Fields Flashcards
1
Q
What is an electric field?
A
An electric field is the region around a charge particle within which a force would be exerted on another charged particle
2
Q
Describe the pattern of a positive isolated charge
A
The charge goes away from the object
3
Q
Describe the part of a negative isolated charge
A
The electric field goes towards the object
4
Q
What is the dielectric field strength?
A
The dialect electric field strength is the maximum electric field strength a material (usually air) can have without breaking down
5
Q
What happens when the dielectric field strength is exceeded?
A
When the dielectric field strength is exceeded, there is an increase in the number of free electrons in the air. This allows the air to conduct electricity, and a spark is produced.
