Electric fields and circuit calculations

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Moving electric charge

I can explain how an electric field causes electric current to flow in a circuit.

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Linking current, potential difference and resistance

I can describe the relationships between current, potential difference and resistance.

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Resistance of a wire at a constant temperature

I can describe how to investigate the resistance of a wire at a constant temperature and make scientific conclusions.

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1 Video

Analysing series circuits

I can use circuit rules and the equation I = V ÷ R to analyse series circuits.

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1 Video

Adding components to a parallel circuit

I can use the rules for current and potential difference in a parallel circuit and explain the effects of adding a component.

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1 Video

Analysing parallel circuits

I can use the rules for current and potential difference and the equation I = V ÷ R to analyse parallel circuits.

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2 Quizzes
1 Video

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