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Topic 10 - Electricity & Circuits Flashcards

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Cell/Battery

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  • Provide circuit with voltage
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Open/Closed Switch

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  • Allows current to flow
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Fixed Resistor

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  • Limits flow of current
  • Resistance cannot be changed
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Variable Resistor

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  • Limits flow of current
  • Resistance can be changed
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LDR (Light Dependent Resistor)

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  • As light increases, resistance decreases
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Thermistor

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  • As temperature increases, resistance decreases
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Diode

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  • Forces current to flow in only one direction
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LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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  • Forces current to flow in only one direction
  • Emits light when current flows through
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Motor

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  • Converts electrical to mechanical energy
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Ammeter

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  • Measures current
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Voltmeter

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  • Measures volts of a component
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What are volts measured in?

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  • Joules per Coulomb (J/C)
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What is an electric current?

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  • Rate of flow of charge
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How does changing the resistance in a circuit change the current?

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  • As resistance increases, current decreases
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If two resistors are in series, the net
resistance is increased. Why?

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  • Only one path for current, so the resistance adds up
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If two resistors are in parallel, the net
resistance is increased. Why?

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  • Current can take multiple paths, so the resistance in each of them is less
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Core Practical: Construct electrical circuits to show relationship between voltage, current and resistance for a resistor and lamp METHOD

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  1. Set up the circuit with a fixed resistor.
  2. Adjust the voltage using a variable resistor.
  3. Record current readings and average them.
  4. Increase voltage gradually, repeating step 2-3
  5. Turn off between readings to prevent overheating.
  6. Record negative readings by switching terminals.
  7. Swap resistor with a filament lamp and repeat.
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Explain how current varies with potential difference for filament lamps

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Current increases with voltage, but not proportionally due to increasing resistance as the filament heats up.

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Explain how current varies with potential difference for diodes

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  • Current flows in one direction with a small forward voltage drop.
20
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Explain how current varies with voltage for fixed resistors

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  • As current increases, voltage increases
21
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To explore resistance variations in Filament Lamps:

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Create a circuit with a filament lamp and a variable resistor in series. Measure voltage and current.

Adjust the variable resistor to change voltage across the lamp. Record voltage and current readings to see how resistance changes

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To explore resistance variations in Diodes:

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Apply different voltages and record current to therefore record resistance

23
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To explore resistance variations in Thermistors:

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Change the temperature and record voltage, to therefore record resistance

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To explore resistance variations in LDRs:

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Change light intensity on the LDR and record voltage, to therefore record resistance

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Core Practical: Construct electrical circuits to test series circuits using resistors and filament lamps METHOD

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  • Connect resistors or filament lamps in a single line.
  • Measure current and voltage
  • Observe how voltage divides and current remains the same in a series
26
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Electrical energy is dissipated as what kind of energy?

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  • Thermal energy
27
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Explain ways of reducing unwanted energy transfer through low resistance wires

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  1. Use thicker wires.
  2. Shorten wire length.
  3. Choose high-conductivity materials.
28
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Describe the advantages of the heating
effect of an electric current

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  • Efficient heating for various applications.
29
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Describe the disadvantages of the heating
effect of an electric current

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  • Potential energy wastage without proper insulation.
  • Safety hazards like fire and electric shock.
  • Limited suitability for high-temperature applications
30
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Explain how the power transfer in any circuit device is related to the potential difference across it and the current in it

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P = I x V

31
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Describe how energy is transferred from battery to the energy of motors and heating devices

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Batteries convert chemical energy to electrical energy. In devices like toothbrushes and portable heaters.

32
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Describe how energy is transferred from the a.c. mains to the energy of motors and heating devices

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The a.c. mains supply electrical energy from the grid. Powers washing machines and heating elements in devices like ovens.

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Direct Current (d.c.)

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  • Electric charge flows in one direction, like a straight line.
  • Used in batteries and many electronic devices.
  • Voltage stays the same
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Alternating Current (a.c.)

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  • Electric charge direction alternates
  • Used in homes and most appliances.
  • Voltage goes up and down regularly.
35
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What is the UK’s domestic supply and its info

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  • a.c.
  • 50hz
  • 230 V
36
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Explain the function of the live mains input wire

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  • Carries electricity from the power source to the device.
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Explain the function of the neutral mains input wire

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  • Completes the electrical circuit
38
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Explain the function of an earth wire in ensuring safety

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-It provides a path for electricity to escape, preventing fires

39
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Explain the function of fuses or circuit
breakers in ensuring safety

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  • Inhibtis flow of electricity if current gets too high
  • This prevents damage to other appliances
40
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What is the voltage between live, neutral and earth main wires?

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  • Live Wire: Around 230 volts AC
  • Neutral Wire: Close to zero voltage
  • Earth Wire: Zero voltage
41
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Explain the dangers of providing any connection between the live wire and earth

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  • Electric Shock Risk
  • Fire Hazard
  • Equipment Damage
  • Electrical System Damage
42
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Explain how the power ratings of home appliances relate to changes in their stored energy when they’re being used, using examples

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  • Higher ratings mean more energy consumption (e.g. microwave uses more energy than a toaster)
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Core Practical: Construct electrical circuits to show relationship between voltage, current and resistance for a resistor and lamp VARIABLES

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  • Dependant: current
  • Independent: voltage around
  • Control: voltage in power supply and equipment
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Core Practical: Construct electrical circuits to test series circuits using resistors and filament lamps VARIABLES

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  • Independent: Components used (e.g., resistors, filament lamps).
  • Dependent: Circuit behaviour (e.g., brightness, current flow).
  • Controlled: Voltage of power supply.

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