Project 5 Vocab: Exploring e-Textile & Wearable Technology

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What is an e-textile?

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A textile that includes electronic components.

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What does smart wearable mean?

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Clothing or accessories with built-in technology.

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What does conductive mean?

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Allows electricity to flow

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What is insulation in circuits?

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A coating that keeps electricity in its path

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What does LED stand for?

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Light Emitting Diode

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What does polarity refer to in an LED?

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The direction electricity flows

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What is conductive fabric tape used for in e-textile projects?

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To carry electricity between components like a wire

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What does wearable mean?

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An item designed to be worn on the body