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GCSE SCIENCE:CIRCUITS
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- 1WHAT IS AC?If the current constantly changes direction it is called alternating current, or AC. Mains electricity is an AC supply.
- 2what is the UK main supply? and what does is have a frequency of?The UK mains supply is about 230 V. It has a frequency of 50 Hz
- 3what is dc?If the current flows in only one direction it is called direct current, or DC.
- 4is this a picture of ac or dc?AC
- 5is this a picture of ac or dc?DC
- 6Components that are connected one after another on the same loop of the circuit are connected in a?series
- 7Components that are connected on separate loops are connected ?parallel
- 8what is current measured in?Amps
- 9What type of current flows from batteries?DC
- 10What name is given to current that flows in one direction only?direct current
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