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Electrical Charges
Electrical Study Guide
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Electrical Current | Flow of electrical charges. |
| Circuits | The path along which electrical current flows. |
| Voltage | The strength of a power source. |
| Resistance | The ability of a substance to oppose or slow down electrical current. |
| Pole | One of two ends of a magnet, where the magnetic force is strongest. |
| Repel | Push away. |
| Electromagnet | An electrical circuit that produces a magnetic field. |
| Magnetic Field | A region of magnetic force. |
| Static Electricity | The buildup of electrical charges on an object. |
| Discharge | A fast movement of electrical charges from one object to another object. |
| Series Circuit | A circuit in which the electrical charges flow in the same direction along a single path. |
| Parallel Circuit | A circuit in which the electrical current flows through more than one path. |
| Conductors | Transfer heat easily and also allow electricity to pass easily. |
| Insulators | A material that slows or stops the flow of energy, such as heat, electricity, and sound. |