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What is the flow of?
What is the flow of?
What is the unit of measurement for electric charge?
What is the unit of measurement for electric charge?
What is the direction of electric current flow?
What is the direction of electric current flow?
What is electric potential?
What is electric potential?
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What affects the resistance of a conductor?
What affects the resistance of a conductor?
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What is the formula for Ohm's Law?
What is the formula for Ohm's Law?
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What is the unit of measurement for electric power?
What is the unit of measurement for electric power?
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What is the formula for electric power?
What is the formula for electric power?
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What is the relationship between electric current and resistance?
What is the relationship between electric current and resistance?
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What is the force that drives electric current?
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Study Notes
Electricity Basics
- Electricity is the flow of electrons from a negatively charged area to a positively charged area.
- It is a form of energy that can be harnessed and utilized to power various devices and systems.
Electric Charge
- Electric charge is a fundamental property of matter, measured in coulombs (C).
- There are two types of electric charge:
- Positive charge (protons)
- Negative charge (electrons)
Electric Current
- Electric current is the flow of electrons, measured in amperes (A).
- It is the movement of electrons from a negative terminal to a positive terminal.
- Current flows from higher potential to lower potential.
Electric Potential
- Electric potential is the potential energy per unit charge, measured in volts (V).
- It is the force that drives electric current.
- Higher potential is positive, lower potential is negative.
Resistance
- Resistance is the opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms (Ω).
- It depends on the material, length, and cross-sectional area of the conductor.
- Higher resistance means less current flow.
Ohm's Law
- Ohm's Law states: V = I × R, where V is voltage, I is current, and R is resistance.
- It describes the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance.
Electric Power
- Electric power is the rate at which electric energy is transferred, measured in watts (W).
- It is the product of voltage and current: P = V × I.
- Higher power means more energy is transferred.
Circuits
- Electric circuits are paths through which electric current flows.
- There are two types of circuits:
- Series circuits: components are connected one after the other.
- Parallel circuits: components are connected between the same two points.
Safety Precautions
- Electric shock can be dangerous, even fatal.
- Take safety precautions when working with electricity:
- Avoid overloading circuits.
- Use protective gear (e.g., gloves, safety glasses).
- Keep electrical components away from water.
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Test your understanding of the fundamentals of electricity, including electric charge, current, potential, resistance, Ohm's Law, power, and circuit types, as well as essential safety precautions.
