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Electrical Circuits
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ohm's Law | I=V/R |
| Voltage | a force that pushes the current through the circuit |
| Resistance | friction that impedes the flow of current through the circuit. |
| Current | the actual "substance" that flowing through the wires of the circuit. (electrons) |
| Series Circuit | if one light is out, the whole circuit is broken because electricity only flows in one way. |
| Parallel Circuit | if one light is out, the whole circuit still works because electricity flows in many directions. |
| Amperes (amps) | electrical current in measured in Amps (A) |
| Voltage (volts) | The "electrical push" which the cell gives to the current. |
| Cell | device, such as a battery, that is capable of changing some form of energy, such as chemical energy or radiant energy, into electricity. |