HF2 CH20
Chapter 20: Circuits and Circuit Elements
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Chapter 20 describes the basic properties and components of electric circuits. Use the links below to find learning tools that will help you review the chapter and extend your study of the flow of electric current in circuits.
Review and Practice
Reading Skills:
K-W-L
This worksheet will help you organize your thoughts before and after you read the chapter or an article.
Glossary of Terms:
Chapter 20
Use this handy glossary to enhance your proficiency with the terms found in this chapter.
Homework Help:
Chapter 20 Study Guide
Select one of the sections listed below to review key skills and concepts from the chapter.
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Section 2
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Section 3
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Mixed Review
Practice Problems:
Chapter 20
Select one of the topics listed below to practice using the concepts found in this chapter.
Resistors in a Series
Resistors in Parallel
Equivalent Resistance
Current in and Potential Difference Across a Resistor
Quiz Yourself:
Circuits and Circuit Elements
Click here to test your knowledge of circuits and circuit elements.
Teacher Notes
Enrichment and Extension
Online Research:
SciLinks
Visit NSTA's SciLinks Web site, which links you to some of the most up-to-date science information on the Internet. When you get to the site, log in, and then enter a keyword for the topic you want to research. The topics and keywords for Chapter 20 are listed below.
TOPIC:
Electric Circuit
SciLinks CODE:
HF2201
TOPIC:
Resistors
SciLinks CODE:
HF2202
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