PS Study Tool 14

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What is electric current?

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The net movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What is a battery?

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A device containing an electric cell or a series of electric cells storing energy.

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In a parallel circuit, current flows:

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In multiple closed paths.

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What is voltage?

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A measure of work associated with moving an electric charge.

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What is a schematic?

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A diagram representing an electric circuit using symbols.

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What is resistance in an electrical circuit?

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The opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms.

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What is an electric circuit?

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A closed loop that allows electric current to flow.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electric current to flow through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that resists the flow of electric current.

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit in which the components are connected end-to-end, so the current flows through each component.