Physical Science Circuit Review

Physical Science Circuit Review

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-PS4-2

Standards-aligned

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a battery?

Back

A battery is a device that stores electrical energy and provides power to a circuit.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is resistance in a circuit?

Back

Resistance is a measure of the opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the total resistance in a series circuit?

Back

In a series circuit, the total resistance is the sum of the individual resistances.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a series circuit?

Back

A series circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which components are connected end-to-end, so that the current flows through each component in turn.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a parallel circuit?

Back

A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which components are connected across common points or junctions, allowing current to flow through multiple paths.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when a switch is closed in a circuit?

Back

When a switch is closed, it completes the circuit, allowing electricity to flow and power the devices connected.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a resistor?

Back

A resistor is a component that resists the flow of electric current, creating a voltage drop.

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