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Foundations
Chapter 7
Question | Answer |
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The unit that measures the pressure or force that pushes the electric current forward through a conductor is a(n) ____. | Volt |
Which unit measures the resistance of an electric current? | OHM |
The term _____ current refers to a rapid and interrupted current flowing first in One Direction, and then in the opposite direction. | Alternating |
Constant and direct current that has a positive and negative poll and produces chemical changes when it passes through the tissue and fluids of the body is known as _____ current. | Galvanic |
Catalyst are substances that speed up ___ Reactions. | Chemical |
AN APPARATUS that changes direct current to alternating current is a(n) _____ | Inverter |
Electric wires can be covered with the material that does not transmit electricity, such as rubber or plastic coating. This material is known as a(n) _____ | Insulator |
The movement of electrons from one atom to another along a conductor is called____ | Electricity |
When using______ current, the active electrode is the electrode used on the area to be treated. | Galvanic |
All of the electrical appliances you use should_____ | UL certified |
Which is considered a good conductor? | Tap water |
The negative electrode of an electrotherapy device is called a(n) ____ | CATHODE |
The unit that measures how much electric energy is being used in one second is a(n) ____ | Watt |
Electric ____ refers to the flow of electricity, along a conductor. | Current |
Grounding completes a(n) ____ and carries the current safely away. | Electric circuit |
A switch that automatically interrupts or shuts off an electric current at the first indication of an overload is a(n)______ | Circuit breaker |
A wavelength is the distance between successful peaks of_____ waves. | Electromagnetic |
The thermal or heat producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration that is commonly used for scalp and facial treatments is called_____ current. | Tesla high frequency |
A ______ is an extremely low level of electricity, that mirrors, the bodies, natural electrical impulses. | Microcurrent |
Microcurrent can be used to _____ and restore elasticity. | Increase muscle tone |
The device that prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit is called a(n) _____. | Fuse |
For safety use no more than_____ plug in each outlet. | 1 |
Invisible light is the light at either end of the _______ that is invisible to the naked eye. | Visible spectrum of light |
Ultraviolet A (UVA) light _______ | Has the longest wavelength of the UV light spectrum |
The application of UV light must be done with the upmost care in a proper manner by qualified professional, because overexposure can lead to skin _________ | Damage and skin cancer |