Basics of electricity (AQA A-Level Physics): Flashcards

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Define electric current

Flow of charge per unit time

Formula for electric current II

I=ΔQΔtI = \frac{\Delta Q}{\Delta t}

Unit of electric current

Amperes (AA)

Define potential difference

Energy transferred per unit charge

Formula for potential difference VV

V=WQV = \frac{W}{Q}

Unit of potential difference

Volts (VV)

Define resistance

Opposes flow of charge in circuit

Formula for resistance RR

R=VIR = \frac{V}{I}

Unit of resistance

Ohms (Ω\Omega)

Effect of higher resistance on current

Less current passes for same voltage

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