physics test Flashcards
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what is a “potential difference”?
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A “potential difference” is when one end of the cell becomes positive and the other becomes negative
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What is Current?
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The amount of charge that is passing through a point in the circuit per second
3
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When a circuit connects the two ends of the cell, a current of electrons flows through the wire. Why?
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This is because electrons are repelled by the negative end of the cell, and are attracted by the positive end
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