IPC Flashcard 10.31

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What is gravitational force?

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Gravitational force is an attractive force that acts between two masses, regardless of their size.

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What is electromagnetic force?

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Electromagnetic force is a force that acts between charged particles, which can be either attractive or repulsive depending on the charges involved.

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What is a surge protector?

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A surge protector is a device that safeguards electrical devices from voltage spikes by blocking or shorting excess voltage.

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What is a fuse?

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A fuse is a safety device that protects electrical circuits by breaking the circuit if the current exceeds a certain level.

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What is a circuit breaker?

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A circuit breaker is an automatic switch that stops the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit.

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What is the relationship between mass and weight on different celestial bodies?

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Weight is the force exerted by gravity on an object, which varies depending on the mass of the celestial body and the object's mass.

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How does the radius of a celestial body affect weight?

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The weight of an object on a celestial body is inversely proportional to the square of the radius of that body.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum.

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