Electricity
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Janette Smith
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Electricity
What causes static electricity?
What are two things needed for an electric current to flow?
Describe the characteristics of conductors, resistors, and insulators.
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History of Electricity
Ancient Greeks noticed that amber produced a spark when rubbed with fur
Edison changed the use of electricity with the light bulb
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Determining Charge of Atom
Count the number of electrons and protons
If it has more electrons, it is negative.
More protons, positive charge
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Static Electricity
Occurs when electrical charges build up on the surface of an object
One object gains an electron (negative charge), one loses an electron (positive charge)
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Current Electricity
Flow of electrons around a circuit
There must be a circuit
Must have a power source
Open Circuit/Closed Circuit
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Short Circuit
Electricity flows through easiest path
Sometimes takes an unexpected path
Can cause sparks and fire
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Electricity
What causes static electricity?
What are two things needed for an electric current to flow?
Describe the characteristics of conductors, resistors, and insulators.
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