Electricity

Front

A particle that carries a negative electric charge is called a(n) ______.

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electron

Front

When you charge an electroscope by touching it with a charged balloon, the process is called _____ (Options: friction, conduction, induction, grounding).

Back

conduction

Front

The potential difference that causes charges to move in a circuit is ___

Back

voltage

Front

An example of a voltage source is a _____. Options: voltmeter, battery, resistance, switch

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battery

Front

A circuit that is connected to Earth is said to be _____.

Back

grounded

Front

Your hair might be attracted to your comb as your hair and the comb become oppositely charged.

Back

True

Front

A neutral object becomes negatively charged when it loses electrons.

Back

false

Front

Conduction is the process of charging an object without touching it.

Back

false

Front

Electrical resistance is low in a good conductor.

Back

true

Front

A circuit breaker contains a thin strip of metal that melts if too much current passes through it.

Back

false