Electricity Flashcards

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1
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When does static electricity occur?

A

When the positive and negative charges are unbalanced

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2
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What do we call the area around a charge?

A

An electric field

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3
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What causes resistance?

A

An something which makes it difficult for the current to flow.

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4
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What is the equation that links voltage, current and resistance?

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Current (amps) X Resistance (ohms) = Voltage (volts)

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What affects the strength of an electromagnet?

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The amount of coils of wire around the core.

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What are the components of a motor?

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A magnetic field with a current flowing through

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