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Define electrochemical cells

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Convert chemical energy into electric energy

Electrochemical cells are devices that generate electric energy through chemical reactions.

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What are electrochemical cells commonly called?

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Batteries

Batteries are a type of electrochemical cell that store and provide electrical energy.

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What is the purpose of electrochemical cells?

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Store portable energy

Electrochemical cells are used in various applications to provide energy where needed.

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Label the following diagram components of an electrochemical cell: _______

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carbon rod, negative terminal, electrolyte/paste, plastic insulator, positive terminal, lead plate

These components are essential for the functioning of an electrochemical cell.

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What are the two terminals of a battery called?

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Positive and negative

These terminals are also referred to as electrodes.

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What are electrodes made of?

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Two different types of metal: zinc and copper

The specific metals used can vary depending on the battery type.

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What surrounds the electrodes in a battery?

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An electrolyte

The electrolyte is a substance that conducts electricity.

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What happens to the copper electrode when a battery is in use?

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It becomes positively charged

This occurs due to chemical reactions that pull electrons off the copper electrode.

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When there is a completed circuit, where do the electrons flow from?

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From the negative terminal towards the positive terminal

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Give examples of objects that use dry cells.

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Laptop, battery

Dry cells are commonly used in portable electronic devices.

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What is the electrolyte in a dry cell?

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A moist, dark substance

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Give examples of objects that use wet cells.

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Car batteries

Wet cells are often used in larger applications like vehicles.

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What is the electrolyte in a wet cell?

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A liquid solution

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Define energy.

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The ability to do work

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In what units is energy measured?

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Joules (J)

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic Energy: energy in motion; Potential Energy: energy that’s stored

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Define electric potential energy.

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Electric energy stored

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What is the amount of electric potential energy per one coulomb called?

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Potential difference

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What instrument is used to measure potential difference?

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Voltmeter

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What are the units of measurement for potential difference?

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Volts (V)

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Define electric circuit

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A complete pathway that allows electric current to flow.

This includes a source, load, and conductors.

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Define electric load

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Anything connected to the circuit.

This can include devices like light bulbs or motors.

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What are the four components of a circuit?
* Source * Conductor * Load * Switch ## Footnote Each component plays a critical role in the functioning of the circuit.
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What is an example of a source in an electric circuit?
Battery ## Footnote A source provides the voltage needed for current to flow.
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What is an example of a conductor in an electric circuit?
Metal wires or water ## Footnote Conductors allow the flow of electric current through the circuit.
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What is the function of a switch in a circuit?
A device that opens or closes a circuit, turning it on or off. ## Footnote Switches can control the flow of electricity in a circuit.
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What is a circuit diagram?
A picture that represents an actual circuit, using symbols to show how the circuit is connected. ## Footnote Circuit diagrams are essential for understanding and building circuits.
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Current is defined as the amount of charge passing a point in a conductor every second. It is measured in _______.
Amperes (A) ## Footnote Current is a fundamental electrical quantity.
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An _______ is a device used to measure the current in a circuit.
Ammeter ## Footnote Ammeters are connected in series with the circuit.
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Convert the following units: 1A = _______ mA.
1000 mA ## Footnote 1 Ampere is equal to 1000 milliamperes.
33
Which way do electrons flow in a circuit?
From negative electrode towards the positive electrode ## Footnote This is the actual direction of electron flow.
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How is this different from conventional current?
Conventional current flows in the opposite direction ## Footnote Conventional current is defined as flowing from positive to negative.
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Define resistance.
How much material opposes the flow of current ## Footnote Resistance is a measure of the difficulty for current to flow.
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Define resistor.
Component which limits the flow of current ## Footnote Resistors are used to control voltage and current in circuits.
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What will happen to the current of a circuit if the voltage is increased?
The current will increase ## Footnote This relationship is described by Ohm's Law.
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Draw a sketch of a graph of how current changes with voltage (label both axes).
Current on the y-axis, Voltage on the x-axis ## Footnote The graph typically shows a linear relationship, indicating that current increases with voltage.
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What does the symbol R represent in Ohm's Law?
Resistance ## Footnote Units: Ohms (Ω)
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What does the symbol V represent in Ohm's Law?
Voltage ## Footnote Units: Volts (V)
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What does the symbol I represent in Ohm's Law?
Current ## Footnote Units: Amperes (A)
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How do you convert 1 mA to A?
1 mA = 0.001 A ## Footnote 1 mA is equal to one thousandth of an Ampere.
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Convert 12.0 mA to A.
0.012 A ## Footnote 12.0 mA = 12.0 / 1000 A
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Convert 0.075 A to mA.
75 mA ## Footnote 0.075 A = 0.075 * 1000 mA
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How do you convert 1 kΩ to Ω?
1 kΩ = 1000 Ω ## Footnote kΩ represents kiloohms.
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Convert 3.0 kΩ to Ω.
3000 Ω ## Footnote 3.0 kΩ = 3.0 * 1000 Ω
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How do you convert 1 MV to V?
1 MV = 1,000,000 V ## Footnote MV represents megavolts.
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Convert 14 MV to V.
14,000,000 V ## Footnote 14 MV = 14 * 1,000,000 V
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Using Ohm's Law, what is the formula for calculating resistance?
R = V / I ## Footnote Where R is resistance, V is voltage, and I is current.
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What resistance (R) would produce a current of 20 A with a potential difference of 240 volts (V)?
12 Ω ## Footnote R = 240 V / 20 A = 12 Ω
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If a 9 V battery produces a current of 25 mA, what is the resistance?
360 Ω ## Footnote R = 9 V / 0.025 A = 360 Ω
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What is a short circuit?
A condition where electricity flows along an unintended path, causing excessive current. ## Footnote Short circuits can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards.
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How do electrons move through a circuit powered by direct current?
Electrons flow from the negative terminal to the positive terminal of the battery in a unidirectional manner. ## Footnote Direct current (DC) maintains a constant voltage and current direction.
55
Give examples of devices using direct current.
* Battery-powered devices * Electronic circuits * Solar panels * Small appliances
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What is an example of a short circuit?
A wire touching another wire or conductive material unintentionally, bypassing the load in the circuit. ## Footnote This can cause a surge in current flow.
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How do electrons move through a circuit powered by alternating current?
Electrons periodically reverse direction, oscillating back and forth. ## Footnote Alternating current (AC) changes its polarity at regular intervals.
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Give examples of devices using alternating current.
* Household appliances * Microwave ovens * Electric heaters * Large electrical machines
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Why is electricity dangerous?
It can disrupt normal healthy functioning of the body, particularly affecting the heart and nervous system. ## Footnote Electric shock can cause cardiac arrest and other severe injuries.
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What is more dangerous, the current or the voltage?
Current is more dangerous because it is the flow of electricity that can cause harm to the body. ## Footnote High voltage can lead to high current flow, but it is the current that directly affects bodily functions.

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