Electrical Concepts Flashcards

Front

Difference between a conductor and an insulator

Back

Conductors allow the flow of electrical current, while insulators resist it.

Front

Basic electron theory

Back

Describes the structure and distribution of electrical charges within atoms, molecules, ions, and compounds.

Front

Molecular structure of conductors

Back

Conductors have loosely bound electrons that allow easy flow of electricity.

Front

Molecular structure of insulators

Back

Insulators have tightly bound electrons that prevent the flow of electricity.

Front

Static electricity

Back

The accumulation of electrical charges on a surface.

Front

Electrostatic laws

Back

Laws of attraction and repulsion between charged particles.

Front

Units of charge

Back

Measured in coulombs.

Front

Coulomb's Law

Back

Describes the force between two charged objects.

Front

Conduction of electricity

Back

Occurs in solids, liquids, gases, and in a vacuum.

Front

Static build-up on aircraft

Back

Occurs due to friction between the aircraft and air.