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Electricity Class 10 PPT

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Electricity
The term "electricity" originated from the
Greek words "Electrica" and "Elektron."
Thales, a Greek philosopher, was one of
the first to observe the attractive
properties of certain materials when
rubbed together.
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E l e c t r i c i t y
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Electricity
The term "electricity" originated from the
Greek words "Electrica" and "Elektron."
Thales, a Greek philosopher, was one of
the first to observe the attractive
properties of certain materials when
rubbed together.
Electricity is a widely used form of energy.
Conductors allow electric charge to flow freely, while
insulators do not.
Current electricity deals with the movement of
electric charges.
An electric circuit is a continuous, closed path for
electric current to flow.
Electric current is defined as the rate of flow of
electric charge through a conductor, measured in
amperes (A).
The direction of electric current is considered
opposite to the flow of negatively charged electrons.
Electric Current and Circuit
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E l e c t r i c i t y
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Electricity
The term "electricity" originated from the
Greek words "Electrica" and "Elektron."
Thales, a Greek philosopher, was one of
the first to observe the attractive
properties of certain materials when
rubbed together.
Electricity is a widely used form of energy.
Conductors allow electric charge to flow freely, while
insulators do not.
Current electricity deals with the movement of
electric charges.
An electric circuit is a continuous, closed path for
electric current to flow.
Electric current is defined as the rate of flow of
electric charge through a conductor, measured in
amperes (A).
The direction of electric current is considered
opposite to the flow of negatively charged electrons.
Electric Current and Circuit
A circuit diagram is a visual representation
of electrical circuits using symbols.
It shows the relative positions of
components and their connections.
Circuit Diagram
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E l e c t r i c i t y
C h a p t e r - 1 2
Electricity
The term "electricity" originated from the
Greek words "Electrica" and "Elektron."
Thales, a Greek philosopher, was one of
the first to observe the attractive
properties of certain materials when
rubbed together.
Electricity is a widely used form of energy.
Conductors allow electric charge to flow freely, while
insulators do not.
Current electricity deals with the movement of
electric charges.
An electric circuit is a continuous, closed path for
electric current to flow.
Electric current is defined as the rate of flow of
electric charge through a conductor, measured in
amperes (A).
The direction of electric current is considered
opposite to the flow of negatively charged electrons.
Electric Current and Circuit
A circuit diagram is a visual representation
of electrical circuits using symbols.
It shows the relative positions of
components and their connections.
Circuit Diagram
George Simon Ohm established the
relationship between electric current (I),
potential difference (V), and resistance (R) in
a conductor.
Ohm's law states that, at a constant
temperature, the current passing through a
conductor is directly proportional to the
potential difference across its ends: V ? I.
This relationship is represented as V = IR,
where V is the potential difference (in volts), I
is the current (in amperes), and R is the
resistance (in ohms).
Ohm's Law
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1. What is electricity?
Ans. Electricity is a form of energy resulting from the flow of electric charge. It is used to power various devices and appliances in our daily lives.
2. How is electricity generated?
Ans. Electricity can be generated using different methods, such as through the burning of fossil fuels in thermal power plants, harnessing the power of flowing water in hydroelectric power plants, or using renewable sources like solar or wind energy.
3. What are conductors and insulators in electricity?
Ans. Conductors are materials that allow the flow of electric charge easily, such as metals. Insulators, on the other hand, are materials that do not allow the flow of electric charge easily, such as rubber or plastic. They are used to prevent electric shocks and ensure the safe transmission of electricity.
4. What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?
Ans. In a series circuit, the components are connected in a single path, meaning the current passes through each component one after another. In a parallel circuit, the components are connected in multiple paths, allowing the current to divide and flow through different components simultaneously.
5. How does a circuit breaker work?
Ans. A circuit breaker is a safety device that automatically interrupts the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or a short circuit. It works by tripping a switch or breaking the circuit, preventing any damage or potential hazards caused by excessive current flow.
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