Electronics Information - Circuits Flashcards
1
Q
In order for electric current to flow, what must there be for it to follow?
A
Circuit
2
Q
A complete loop or path that electricity follows.
A
Circuit
3
Q
What are the 3 essential components of an electrical circuit?
A
Voltage Source
Load
Conductors
4
Q
When the three essential components are connected to that a current can flow, it is called a what?
A
Closed (Completed) Circuit
5
Q
A source of resistance that converts electrical energy into some other energy form.
A
Load
6
Q
What are examples of Loads?
A
Lightbulbs
Electric Motors
Heating Elements
Solenoids
7
Q
If a load’s resistance were to decrease the current flowing in the circuit would what?
A
Increase
8
Q
When the circuit is broken and no current is flowing this is called what?
A
Open Circuit
