SOL 5.4 Electricity Flashcard

Front

An electrical circuit that is not complete is called an ________ circuit.

Back

open circuit

Front

What affects the strength of an electromagnet?

Back

All of the above (gauge of the wire, amount of current, number of coils)

Front

This circuit is .....?

Back

open

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

The transfer of negatively charged particles between materials

Front

Which is NOT an insulator?

Back

Copper

Front

What is a closed circuit?

Back

A complete electrical circuit where current can flow.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

A type of magnet created by electric current.