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What is the unit of electrical resistance?
Electromotive force and potential difference are the same concept.
False
What does an A.C. generator produce?
Alternating current
The movement of electric charge in a conductor is known as __________.
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Match the following electrical components with their functions:
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Study Notes
Electrical Quantities
- Electrical current is the flow of electrical charge. It's measured in amperes (A).
- Electromotive force (EMF) is the potential difference across a source of electrical energy, such as a battery. It's measured in volts (V).
- Potential difference is the difference in electrical potential between two points. It's also measured in volts (V).
- Resistance opposes the flow of electrical current. It's measured in ohms (Ω).
Electrical Working
- Power is the rate at which electrical energy is transferred. It's measured in watts (W).
- Energy is the ability to do work. It's measured in joules (J).
Electrical Circuits
- Closed circuits allow the flow of electrical current.
- Open circuits prevent the flow of electrical current.
- Series circuits have components connected in a single path.
- Parallel circuits have components connected in multiple paths.
Electrical Safety
- Fuses are safety devices that melt and break a circuit if the current exceeds a safe limit.
- Circuit breakers are automatic switches that interrupt the flow of current if a fault occurs.
Electromagnetic Effects
- Magnetism is a force that attracts or repels certain materials, called ferromagnetic materials.
- Electromagnetism describes the relationship between electricity and magnetism.
- Electromagnets are temporary magnets created by passing an electrical current through a coil of wire.
Electromagnetic Induction
- Electromagnetic induction is the process of inducing an electromotive force (EMF) in a conductor by changing the magnetic field around it.
- Faraday's Law quantifies the relationship between the change in magnetic flux and the induced EMF.
The A.C Generator
- Alternating current (AC) generators produce electrical energy by rotating a coil of wire in a magnetic field.
- The frequency of AC is the number of cycles per second and is measured in Hertz (Hz).
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This quiz covers essential concepts of electrical quantities, including current, voltage, resistance, and power. You'll also learn about different types of electrical circuits and safety measures. Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of electricity and circuits.
