Simple Circuits (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What causes electric current to occur in a conductor?
What causes electric current to occur in a conductor?
Electrons flowing through the conductor
What unit is used to measure electric current?
What unit is used to measure electric current?
Amperes (A)
What role does voltage play in an electrical circuit?
What role does voltage play in an electrical circuit?
Provides driving force to push current
Why is copper the most popular choice for electrical wiring?
Why is copper the most popular choice for electrical wiring?
Very low resistance and readily available
What does wattage measure in an electrical appliance?
What does wattage measure in an electrical appliance?
Rate of electrical energy conversion
A device operates at 12V and draws 2A. What is the power in watts? Use
A device operates at 12V and draws 2A. What is the power in watts? Use
24W
What are the three essential parts of every simple circuit?
What are the three essential parts of every simple circuit?
Battery, load, switch
What happens when a switch is in the open position?
What happens when a switch is in the open position?
Creates gap, no current flows
In UK wiring, what colour is the live wire in a plug?
In UK wiring, what colour is the live wire in a plug?
Brown
Using the memory aid for plug wiring, where does the blue wire connect?
Using the memory aid for plug wiring, where does the blue wire connect?
Bottom Left