HPS Waves Electricity and Magnetism Flashcards

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Conduction

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When electrons flow through one object into another by direct contact.

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Induction

Back

When electrons are rearranged without direct contact.

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Electric Discharge

Back

When electric charges leave a charged object.

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Electric Current

Back

The movement of electric charges.

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Circuit

Back

A complete, closed path for electron flow.

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Voltage

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The potential difference in electrical potential energy between two places in a circuit. The force to move a charge.

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Resistance

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The opposition to current.

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Direct Current

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When charges move through a circuit continuously in the same direction.

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Alternating Current

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When electrons change direction, moving back and forth in cycles.

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Series Circuit

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A circuit with only one path in which to flow.