Electricity Flashcard

Front

What is a complete path through which electric current can flow?

Back

Circuit

Front

Which term describes the flow of electric charge, measured in amperes?

Back

Current

Front

Which component stores and provides electrical energy in a circuit?

Back

Battery

Front

What is a device used to open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity?

Back

Switch

Front

Which type of circuit has components connected end-to-end, so current flows through one path?

Back

Series Circuit

Front

What is the function of an ammeter?

Back

To measure electric current

Front

What does a voltmeter measure?

Back

Voltage

Front

What is the function of a power supply?

Back

To provide electrical energy to a circuit

Front

What is the role of a resistor in an electrical circuit?

Back

To decrease the current flow

Front

Which component is used to store charge temporarily in a circuit?

Back

Capacitor