Static
Opposite charges (repel or attract)
attract
Give an example of a conductor and an insulator.
answers vary
What does DC stand for?
direct current
What does AC stand for?
alternating current
When is the test?
tomorrow :)
Give a real-life example of static electricity.
answers vary
Name the two types of current electricity
direct current and alternating current
What is a device powered by direct current?
anything powered by a battery
What is a device powered by alternating current?
anything that is plugged in and stays plugged in
What charge do electrons have?
negative
When does static electricity occur?
when two materials/objects are rubbed together
What is a conductor?
Material that allows electrics to flow
Give an example of a direct current source
battery
Give an example of an alternating current source
power outlet
What particles move through an electric current like water?
electrons
What is static electricity?
A buildup of charge on the surface of an object
What is an insulator?
A material that does not allow electrons to flow
Define direct current
electricity that flows in one direction
Define alternating current
electricity that changes direction periodically
What is a closed circuit?
a path where electricity can flow
What is electrostatic discharge?
The process of feeling a tiny shock due to static electricity
What is current electricity?
The flow of electric charge through a wire.
Who invented direct current?
Thomas Edison
Who invented alternating current?
Nikola Tesla
What is an open circuit?
path where electricity cannot flow