Electricity and Magnetism

Front

What is the negatively charged particle in an atom?

Back

Electron

Front

What is the formula to calculate current in a circuit?

Back

Current (I) = Voltage (V) / Resistance (R)

Front

What does a generator convert?

Back

Mechanical Energy to Electrical Energy

Front

In a series circuit, what happens to the brightness of remaining bulbs when one is removed?

Back

The remaining bulb becomes brighter.

Front

What unit do we use to buy energy from utility companies?

Back

Energy; kWh

Front

What is the unit of electrical resistance?

Back

Ohm (Ω)

Front

What is the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance known as?

Back

Ohm's Law

Front

What is the unit of electric current?

Back

Ampere (A)

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What is the main difference between series and parallel circuits?

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In series circuits, components are connected end-to-end; in parallel circuits, components are connected across common points.

Front

What is the unit of electric power?

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Watt (W)