Semester One Flashcardizz Review Game (Units 1 - 4 Combined Together)

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What is voltage?

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Voltage is the electric potential difference between two points in a circuit, measured in volts (V). It represents the energy per unit charge available to move electrons.

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What happens to the charge of an object when it is grounded?

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When an object is grounded, it allows excess charge to flow to the ground, resulting in a net charge of zero.

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What is resistance in an electrical circuit?

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Resistance is a measure of the opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms (Ω). It determines how much current will flow for a given voltage.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electrons to flow through it easily, such as metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that resists the flow of electric current, such as rubber, glass, or plastic.

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What is a semiconductor?

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A semiconductor is a material that has conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator, often used in electronic devices.

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What is the angle of incidence?

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The angle of incidence is the angle between the incoming ray and the normal (a line perpendicular to the surface) at the point of incidence.

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What is Ohm's Law?

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Ohm's Law states that the current (I) through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage (V) across the two points and inversely proportional to the resistance (R). It is expressed as V = I × R.

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What is the formula for calculating total resistance in a series circuit?

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In a series circuit, the total resistance (R_total) is the sum of all individual resistances: R_total = R1 + R2 + R3 + ...

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What is the formula for calculating total resistance in a parallel circuit?

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In a parallel circuit, the total resistance (R_total) can be calculated using the formula: 1/R_total = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 + ...