Electronics Flashcards
1
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Cell and battery
A
Used as a source of energy
2
Q
LED
A
Used to produce light
3
Q
Switch
A
Used to turn a circuit on and off
4
Q
Resistor
A
Used to provide a stable output voltage
5
Q
Variable resistor
A
Used to control the flow of current by changing the amount of resistance
6
Q
Diode
A
Used to make sure current flows one way
7
Q
Fuse
A
Used to break the circuit if too much current flows
8
Q
Transistor
A
Used to control current flow
9
Q
LDR
A
Used to detect light levels
10
Q
Buzzer
A
Used for sound signalling
11
Q
Thermistor
A
Used to detect temperature levels
12
Q
Motor
A
Used to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy
13
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Capacitor
A
Used to store and release electricity