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An insulator or ____ is a substance that does not easily transmit electricity.
An insulator or ____ is a substance that does not easily transmit electricity.
nonconductor
What electrical term is abbreviated as AC?
What electrical term is abbreviated as AC?
Alternating Current
What apparatus changes alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)?
What apparatus changes alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)?
rectifier
The term used for measuring the strength of an electric current is _____.
The term used for measuring the strength of an electric current is _____.
What unit of measure is equivalent to 1/1,000 of an ampere?
What unit of measure is equivalent to 1/1,000 of an ampere?
The term used for measuring the resistance of an electric current is _____.
The term used for measuring the resistance of an electric current is _____.
The term used for measuring how much electric energy is being used in one second is _____.
The term used for measuring how much electric energy is being used in one second is _____.
Which softer devices prevent the overheating of electric wires?
Which softer devices prevent the overheating of electric wires?
Which apparatus conducts electric current from an electrotherapy device to the client's skin?
Which apparatus conducts electric current from an electrotherapy device to the client's skin?
A positive electrode is called a(n) _____.
A positive electrode is called a(n) _____.
Commonly used modalities in cosmetology are Tesla high-frequency current, Microcurrent, and _____.
Commonly used modalities in cosmetology are Tesla high-frequency current, Microcurrent, and _____.
The process of introducing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current is known as _____.
The process of introducing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current is known as _____.
What process forces acidic substances into deeper tissues using Galvanic current from the positive toward the negative pole?
What process forces acidic substances into deeper tissues using Galvanic current from the positive toward the negative pole?
The process used to soften and emulsify grease deposits and blackheads in the hair follicles is called _____.
The process used to soften and emulsify grease deposits and blackheads in the hair follicles is called _____.
An extremely low level of electricity that mirrors the body's natural electricity impulses is known as _____.
An extremely low level of electricity that mirrors the body's natural electricity impulses is known as _____.
What is the thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration that is commonly used for scalp and facial treatments?
What is the thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration that is commonly used for scalp and facial treatments?
An instrument producing moist, uniform heat that can be applied to the head or face is called a _____.
An instrument producing moist, uniform heat that can be applied to the head or face is called a _____.
The distance between two successive peaks of electromagnetic waves is called _____.
The distance between two successive peaks of electromagnetic waves is called _____.
35 percent of natural sunlight is made up of _____.
35 percent of natural sunlight is made up of _____.
Ultraviolet rays, also known as cold light, make up _____ of natural light.
Ultraviolet rays, also known as cold light, make up _____ of natural light.
The type of light blocked by the ozone layer is ____.
The type of light blocked by the ozone layer is ____.
Infrared lamps are primarily used during hair conditioning treatments and to _____.
Infrared lamps are primarily used during hair conditioning treatments and to _____.
Laser is the acronym for _____.
Laser is the acronym for _____.
Removing blood vessels, disabling hair follicles, and eliminating some wrinkles may be accomplished using various _____ treatments.
Removing blood vessels, disabling hair follicles, and eliminating some wrinkles may be accomplished using various _____ treatments.
LED is the abbreviated version of ____, which is used in treatments to reduce acne and increase skin circulation.
LED is the abbreviated version of ____, which is used in treatments to reduce acne and increase skin circulation.
Flashcards
Nonconductor
Nonconductor
A substance that does not easily conduct electricity.
Alternating Current (AC)
Alternating Current (AC)
An alternating electrical current, abbreviated as AC.
Rectifier
Rectifier
A device that converts AC to DC.
Ampere (A, AMP)
Ampere (A, AMP)
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Milliampere (mA)
Milliampere (mA)
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Ohm (O)
Ohm (O)
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Watt (W)
Watt (W)
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Electrode (aka Probe)
Electrode (aka Probe)
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Anode (P or +)
Anode (P or +)
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Galvanic Current
Galvanic Current
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Iontophoresis
Iontophoresis
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Cataphoresis
Cataphoresis
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Desincrustation
Desincrustation
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Microcurrent
Microcurrent
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Violet Ray (Tesla High-Frequency Current)
Violet Ray (Tesla High-Frequency Current)
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Steamer
Steamer
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Wavelength
Wavelength
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Visible Light
Visible Light
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Ultraviolet Rays
Ultraviolet Rays
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Ultraviolet C (UVC)
Ultraviolet C (UVC)
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Infrared Lamps
Infrared Lamps
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Laser
Laser
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LED (Light-Emitting Diode)
LED (Light-Emitting Diode)
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Study Notes
Electrical Concepts in Cosmetology
- Nonconductor: An insulator that does not easily transmit electricity.
- Alternating Current (AC): A type of electrical current abbreviated as AC.
- Rectifier: An apparatus that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC).
- Ampere (A, AMP): A unit for measuring the strength of an electric current.
- Milliampere (mA): A smaller unit of measure, equivalent to 1/1,000 of an ampere.
- Ohm (O): A unit used to measure the resistance of an electric current.
- Watt (W): A term to measure how much electric energy is consumed in one second.
Safety Devices
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers: Devices designed to prevent overheating of electrical wires.
Electrotherapy Equipment
- Electrode (aka Probe): An apparatus that conducts electric current from an electrotherapy device to the client's skin.
- Anode (P or +): A positive electrode in electrical circuits.
- Galvanic Current: Common modalities in cosmetology, along with Tesla high-frequency current and Microcurrent.
Applications of Electric Current
- Iontophoresis: The process of introducing water-soluble products into the skin using electric current.
- Cataphoresis: A process that forces acidic substances deeper into tissues using Galvanic current, moving from positive to negative pole.
- Desincrustation: A method that softens and emulsifies grease deposits and blackheads in hair follicles.
- Microcurrent: Extremely low-level electricity that mimics the body's natural electrical impulses.
Light and Energy in Treatments
- Violet Ray (Tesla High-Frequency Current): A therapeutic current known for its high rate of oscillation, used in scalp and facial treatments.
- Steamer: An instrument that produces moist, uniform heat for application to the head or face.
- Wavelength: The distance between two successive peaks of electromagnetic waves.
- Visible Light: Comprises 35 percent of natural sunlight.
- Ultraviolet Rays: Also known as cold light, ultraviolet rays make up about 5 percent of natural light.
- Ultraviolet C (UVC): Light type blocked by the ozone layer.
Additional Treatments
- Infrared Lamps: Primarily used in hair conditioning treatments to enhance the process.
- Laser: Stands for Light Amplification Stimulation Emission of Radiation, used for medical and cosmetic procedures including removing blood vessels and hair follicles.
- LED (Light-Emitting Diode): Used in treatments aimed at reducing acne and increasing skin circulation.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering key terms from Milady's Chapter 13. Topics include essential electrical concepts such as nonconductors, alternating current, and rectifiers. Ideal for those studying cosmetology and related fields.
