Electricity Quiz

What can be inferred about the behavior of electric charges in current electricity according to the learning goals?

• They do not influence the properties of subatomic particles.

• They are unrelated to atomic structure.

• They relate the observed behavior to the properties of subatomic particles and atomic structure.

• They only affect the electrical output of a circuit.

Which of the following is a goal related to direct current (DC) circuits as per the learning material?

• To identify the components and explain their mechanical functions.

• To identify the components and explain their electrical functions, symbols, and SI units.

• To compare DC circuits with alternating current (AC) circuits.

• To demonstrate the construction of a DC circuit without using symbols.

What is static electricity characterized by?

• A balance of electric charge on the surface of an object.

• An imbalance of electric charge on the surface of an object.

• A continuous flow of electric charge through a conductor.

• A temporary magnetic field around an object.

Where does static electricity generally occur?

• In conductors

• In insulators

• In semiconductors

• In vacuum

Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

• Electric current in wires

• Static in hair

• Lightning during a storm

• Battery operation

What is the controlled flow of electrons through a conductor known as?

• Static electricity

• Current electricity

• Magnetic field

• Electric resistance

In which of the following is the flow of electrons generally observed?

• Insulator

• Conductor

• Vacuum

• Non-metal

Which of the following is an example of a device that uses current electricity?

• Wooden spoon

• Plastic bottle

• Cell phone

• Glass cup

What type of current flows in one direction only, and is typically used in devices like cell phones and cameras?

• Alternating current

• Static current

• Direct current

• Variable current

In which type of electrical current do the electrons repeatedly reverse direction?

• Direct current

• Static current

• Alternating current

• Circular current