Electric Current & Simple Circuit pt 1

Front

A complete, unbroken path that charges can flow through is called an _____________.

Back

electric circuit

Front

Current is measured in _____________.

Back

A (Amps)

Front

To have a complete electric circuit, the path must be _____________.

Back

closed

Front

Which is a good conductor of electricity?

Back

gold

Front

What is the unit of measurement for electric current?

Back

Amps (A)

Front

What is the role of a conductor in an electric circuit?

Back

To allow electric current to flow through.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electric current to flow through.

Front

What happens if a circuit is open?

Back

Electric current cannot flow.

Front

What is the symbol for electric current?

Back

I

Front

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

Back

A conductor allows electricity to flow, while an insulator does not.