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Electrical Current
Electrical Engineering Terms
Term | Definition |
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Ohm's Law | I=V/R Current(Amps)=Voltage(volts)/Resistance(ohms) Created y Georg Simon Ohm |
Voltage | A force that pushes the current through the circuit |
Resistance | Friction that impedes the flow of the current through the circuit |
Current | The actual "substance" that is flowing through the wires of the circuit |
Series Circuit | All in a row with one path of electricity. If one light goes out all the lights go out |
Parallel Circuit | Many paths for electricity. If 1 light goes out the rest remain on. |
Measuring Currents | Electric current is measured in amps(a) using an ammeter connected in series in the current |
Measuring Voltage | Voltage is measured in volts(v) on a voltmeter. |