Physics Flashcards
What is an electric current
The flow of electrons
Formula for charge
Q =I x t
What is charge (Q) measured in
Columbus
What is current (I) measured in
Amps
What is time (t) measured in
Seconds
Potential difference (voltage)
The driving force that causes charge to flow round a circuit
What is potential difference measured in
Volts
Resistance
The property of any component of a circuit that slows the flow of current
What is resistance measured in
Ohms
Equation for potential difference
V = I x R
Direct current
flows in one direction from positive to negative terminals
Alternating current
Changes direction alternating p.d where the positive and negative ends alternating
Where is AC used
-mains electric supply
-homes
Where is DC used
-phone charger
Series circuit
Where components are connected in line, end to end between the positive and negative terminals of the power supply