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| The number of electrons passing a point per second. Measured in amperes |
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| the rate of electrical use. Measured in watts |
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| Circuit in which there is only one path for electrons to travel |
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| circuit in which there is more than one path for electrons to travel |
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The difference in electrical charge which causes current to flow.
Measured in volts |
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current where the electrons constantly change direction.
Comes this way from the power plants. |
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Current in which the electrons travel only one direction.
Electricity travels this way from batteries. |
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the manner in which a substance blocks the flow of electrons.
Electrical resistance is highest in long, thin wires! |
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| A substance which allows electrons to travel through it. |
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| A substance that does not allow electrons to move through it. |
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| the flow of electrons through a conductor. |
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| area of a magnet where the field is strongest. |
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| Area around which the earth spins. |
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