Circuits Flashcards

(12 cards)

1
Q

What is a cell?

A

Cell is required to push electrons around a circuit.

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2
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What is a battery?

A

Consists of two or more cells.

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3
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What does a Bulb do?

A

Often a light bulb, this is used to show whether or not a circuit is on.

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4
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What does a ammeter do?

A

Measures electric current in ampmeters (A)

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5
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what does a Voltmeter do?

A

Measures potential difference in volts (V)

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6
Q

What does a fixed resistor do?

A

Limit current in circuit.

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7
Q

What does a variable resistor do?

A

Change the resistance.

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8
Q

What is a thermistor?

A

Device whose resistance decreases with temperature.

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9
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What is a Light dependent resistor (LDR)?

A

Device whose resistance decreases with brightness.

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10
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What is a fuse?

A

Safety feature.

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11
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What does a Diode do?

A

Flows current in one direction.

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12
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What does a Light emitting diode do?

A

Emits light when it allows flow of electric current.

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