Electric Current and Ohm's Law
Students will define electric current, resistance, and apply Ohm's Law to simple circuits.
Key Questions
- Explain the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in a circuit.
- Analyze how different materials affect electrical resistance.
- Calculate current, voltage, or resistance in a simple circuit using Ohm's Law.
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