P4.2 Electrical circuits Flashcards

1
Q

What is the unit of electric current?

A

Ampere (A)

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2
Q

True or False: Voltage is the measure of electric potential difference.

A

True

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3
Q

Fill in the blank: The formula for calculating resistance in a circuit is _____ = Voltage / Current.

A

Resistance

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4
Q

What is Ohm’s Law?

A

V = I × R (Voltage = Current × Resistance)

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5
Q

Which component is used to store electrical energy in an electric field?

A

Capacitor

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6
Q

Multiple Choice: What does a resistor do in a circuit? A) Increases current B) Decreases current C) Stores energy

A

B) Decreases current

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7
Q

What is the total resistance in a series circuit with three resistors of 2Ω, 3Ω, and 5Ω?

A

10Ω

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8
Q

True or False: In a parallel circuit, the voltage across all components is the same.

A

True

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9
Q

Short Answer: What is the purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

A

To protect the circuit from overcurrent.

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10
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Fill in the blank: The power consumed in an electrical circuit can be calculated using the formula _____ = Voltage × Current.

A

Power

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