Military Flashcards: Electrical Terms

Electrical Terms

• AC stands for Alternating Current, a type of electrical current that reverses direction periodically.
• Silicon chips are key components in Integrated Circuits, essential for electronic devices.
• Frequency is a standard measurement not utilized in multimedia.
• A capacitor cannot be employed to store electrical charge, as it primarily stores energy in an electric field.
• A conductor, such as copper, has very high resistance to the flow of electric current, allowing efficient electrical transmission.

Automotive Components

• The catalytic converter is a crucial element of the emission control system in vehicles, reducing harmful emissions.
• An oil pan stores oil for lubrication in an engine, ensuring smooth operation and cooling of moving parts.
• Pistons in engines are typically constructed from aluminum, providing a balance of strength and lightness.

Construction Concepts

• Spaces between concrete slabs in city sidewalks are necessary for expansion and contraction due to temperature changes, preventing cracking.

Physics Principles

• Frictional forces always oppose the forces responsible for motion, playing a vital role in movement resistance.
• A drive pulley can rotate faster than pulley A or C, but at a different speed compared to pulley B, illustrating the mechanics of pulley systems.

Vocabulary Development

• "Inept" means bungling or lacking skill, often used to describe poor performance.
• An "adage" refers to a well-known proverb that conveys a general truth or piece of advice.
• "Admonition" is a form of warning, often used in the context of caution or reprimand.
• To "decry" means to disparage, denounce, or publicly express disapproval.
• A "moratorium" signifies a suspension or temporary pause in activity or process.
• To "cajole" means to persuade someone through flattery or gentle urging.
• The term "unpretentious" describes something that is simple and modest, lacking in extravagance.
• To "broach" means to mention or introduce a topic for discussion.
• A "communique" is a message or announcement, often used in formal communication.
• To "construe" means to interpret or understand in a particular way.

Mathematical Expressions

• Solving the expression 3/5 + x results in 8/5x.
• In the equation 4/3 * 3/4 = 5k, the value of k is determined to be 1/5.
• The polynomial expression 2x^2 + xy + 3y^2 can be factored into (2x + 3y)(x - y).