
Which type of electric circuit does not provide a path for the current to flow through it - closed circuit or open circuit?

Important Questions on Electric Current and Its Effects


Mention one similarity and one dissimilarity between electromotive force and potential difference.

Write the conventional symbol of the following component used in electric circuit diagram-
Electric bulb




In the given circuit diagram, identify the objects marked as .

Write the conventional symbol of the following component used in electric circuit diagram-
An electric cell

Write the conventional symbol of the following component used in electric circuit diagram-
A wire joint

Complete the word puzzle with the help of given clues.
ACROSS
1. Circuit through which current flows (13).
2. Device used for lifting heavy loads (13).
3. U-shaped soft iron piece used in electric bell (8)
4. Material used to make electromagnet (8).
5. Filament of an electric lamp (8) DOWN
6. A combination of two or more cells (7).
7. A safety device in electrical circuits against high currents (4).
8. An electric appliance based on heating effect of current (6).

A diagram showing the arrangement of the various components of an electric circuit with the help of their symbols. (circuit diagram / block diagram)



A diagram of an electric circuit described by using symbols of the components used in it is called a _____ diagram.

How does an electric current flow in a closed circuit? Explain.

MATCH THE COLUMNS:
Column A | Column B | ||
1. | Open circuit | A. | Electric fuse |
2. | Copper | B. | No flow of current |
3. | Nichrome wire | C. | Heavy loads |
4. | Electromagnet | D. | Heating coil |
5. | ![]() |
E | Good conductor |




