Simple Electronic Circuits (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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Circuit definition
Circuit definition
Pathway for electric current to flow
Purpose of loop in circuit
Purpose of loop in circuit
Enables current to return to power source
Voltage definition
Voltage definition
Electric force that drives current flow
Current definition
Current definition
Flow of electrons in a circuit
Power source in circuits
Power source in circuits
Usually a battery that provides energy to push electrons
Switch function
Switch function
Controls current by opening/closing circuit
What forms electric circuits
What forms electric circuits
Closed loops with conductive wires & power source
What complete loops allow
What complete loops allow
Electrons to flow, activating components
Electron flow direction
Electron flow direction
From battery negative end to positive end
Role of wires in circuits
Role of wires in circuits
Paths for electrons, keeping loop intact
What's vital for circuit function
What's vital for circuit function
Closed loop
Circuits in wood technology purpose
Circuits in wood technology purpose
Add electronic features like lights to wooden products
