16. Fill in the blanks based on the electric resistance of a wire. a. Four characteristics of a wire that affect its resistance are and conductivity. b. As temperature increases, resistance c. A thicker wire resistance and a thinner wire resistance. d. A longer wire resistance and a shorter wire,. resistance. 17. Match the 3 basic parts of a working circuit with their correct description: a. connecting wires b. battery/generator 1. A voltage source 2. source of resistance 3. A complete path c. light bulbs/resistors

16. Fill in the blanks based on the electric resistance of a wire. a. Four characteristics of a wire that affect its resistance are and conductivity. b. As temperature increases, resistance c. A thicker wire resistance and a thinner wire resistance. d. A longer wire resistance and a shorter wire,. resistance. 17. Match the 3 basic parts of a working circuit with their correct description: a. connecting wires b. battery/generator 1. A voltage source 2. source of resistance 3. A complete path c. light bulbs/resistors

Inquiry into Physics

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ISBN:9781337515863

Author:Ostdiek

Publisher:Ostdiek

Chapter7: Electricity

Section: Chapter Questions

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