Electricity #1 💡 Flashcards
What is electricity?
Electricity is a form of energy that is produced by the movement of electric charges.
How is electricity generated?
Electricity can be generated from various sources such as wind, solar, hydro, gas, coal, or nuclear power.
What is an electric circuit?
An electric circuit is a complete path that allows the flow of electrons from one point to another.
What is the difference between AC and DC current?
AC (alternating current) constantly changes direction
While DC (direct current) flows in only one direction.
What is a conductor?
A conductor is a material that easily conducts electricity, such as copper or aluminum.
What is an insulator?
An insulator is a material that does not conduct electricity, such as rubber or plastic.
What is resistance?
Resistance is a property of a material that resists the flow of electricity.
What is a resistor?
A resistor is a device that controls the flow of electricity by providing resistance.
What is the unit of electric current?
The unit for electric current is amperes (A).
What is the unit of electric charge?
The unit for electric charge is coulombs (C).
What is a battery? 🔋
A battery is a device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy.
What is a switch?
A switch is a device that can be used to turn a circuit on or off.
What is a fuse?
A fuse is a device that protects a circuit from overloading and overheating.
What is a circuit breaker?
A circuit breaker is a device that automatically switches off a circuit when there is a fault.
What is an electromagnet?
An electromagnet is a magnet that is created by passing an electrical current through a coil of wire.
What is a solenoid?
A solenoid is a coil of wire that produces a magnetic field when an electric current passes through it.
What is an electric motor?
An electric motor is a device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.
What is an electric generator?
An electric generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
What is electric power?
Electric power is the rate at which electrical energy is transferred or consumed.
What is a capacitor?
A capacitor is a component of an electrical circuit that stores electrical energy.
What is an electric motor?
An electric motor is a device that uses electricity to produce motion.
What is an electric generator?
An electric generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
What is electrostatic discharge?
Electrostatic discharge is a sudden flow of electric charge between two objects with different electric potentials.
What is grounding?
Grounding refers to the process of connecting an electrical circuit to the earth, providing a path for excess current to flow safely.
What is a power grid?
A power grid is a network of power stations and transmission lines that distribute electrical power to consumers.
What is renewable energy?
Renewable energy is energy generated from natural resources that can be replenished, such as wind, solar, and hydro power.
