Electric Current & Simple Circuit pt 1

Front

What is a complete, unbroken path that charges can flow through?

Back

Electric circuit

Front

How does resistance affect current?

Back

More resistance - less current

Front

What is an object through which electrons can easily flow called?

Back

Conductor

Front

What is current measured in?

Back

A (Amps)

Front

What is the term for materials that do not allow electrons to flow easily?

Back

Insulator

Front

What is the unit of measurement for resistance?

Back

Ohm (Ω)

Front

What is the flow of electric charge called?

Back

Electric current

Front

What is the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance called?

Back

Ohm's Law

Front

What happens to current if the voltage increases while resistance remains constant?

Back

Current increases

Front

What is the purpose of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit