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Science Test
4/24/13
| Definition | Term |
|---|---|
| Has only one path for electrons to follow. | Series Current |
| The flown of electrons | Electricity |
| Current changes direction constantly | Alternating Current |
| Forces produced by magnets can be illustrated by... | Magnetic Field Lines |
| A substance that attracts objects containing ferromatic materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt | Magnet |
| Current flows in ONLY ONE direction | Direct current |
| a complete path for electrons to follow | Circuit |
| Rate of flow of electrons through a conductor | Current |
| A different path connects each appliance in a circuit | Parallel Circuit |
| A bunch of electrons jumping from one area to another | Spark |
| What is voltage measured in? | Volts (v) |
| Providing an easy was for charges to get to the ground | Grounding |
| anything that SLOWS or STOPS the flow of electrons | Resistance |
| Resistance is measured in... | ohms |
| What are currents measured in? | amps (A) |
| Substances will allow electrons to pass trhough them easily | Conductors |
| Materials that electrons can not pass through easily | Insulators |
| A buildup of electrons in one area | Static Electricityq |
| Force pushing electrons | Voltage |