Science U10 Vocab

Front

A device where current creates magnetism, often found in junkyards.

Back

electromagnet

Front

Machine converting electrical energy to motion.

Back

electric motor

Front

A circuit with one path for electric charges.

Back

series circuit

Front

A circuit with multiple paths for electric charges.

Back

parallel circuit

Front

Electric charges that build up on objects; energy that is 'not moving.'

Back

static electricity

Front

An object that attracts iron and some metals.

Back

magnet

Front

Electric charges flow in a steady path.

Back

electric current

Front

Material that allows electric charges to flow easily.

Back

conductor

Front

Material that does NOT allow electric charges to pass through.

Back

insulator

Front

Device converting mechanical to electrical energy (e.g., wind turbines, dams).

Back

generator