P2.1.2 - Circuits and Current Flashcards
What are the units for amps?
A
Identify the circuit symbol
Cell
Which circuit component pushes charge (electrons) around a circuit?
A cell or battery
Identify the circuit symbol
Bulb
What is current measured in?
Amperes or Amps (A)
Identify the circuit symbol
Voltmeter
What is meant by electrical current?
The amount of charge flowing per second
Which component can we use to control whether or not current can flow in a circuit
A switch
Identify the circuit symbol
Motor
The charged particles that move around a circuit are called…
electrons
Which component do we use to measure electric current?
Ammeter
Identify the circuit symbol
Switch
Identify the circuit symbol
ammeter
Two cells make up a…
battery
Identify the circuit symbol
Battery