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Physical Science Chapter 8 Vocabulary

Physical Science Chapter 8 Vocabulary

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Science

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Alternating Current

Back

An electric current that reverses its direction at regularly recurring intervals.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Direct Current

Back

An electric current flowing in one direction only.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Electric Motor

Back

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Electromagnet

Back

A type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Electromagnetic Induction

Back

The production of an electromotive force across a conductor when it is exposed to a varying magnetic field.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Galvanometer

Back

An instrument for detecting and measuring small electric currents.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Generator

Back

A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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