AOPBE                                                Plant Science – Basic Electrical Principles

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Topic 1: Electricity
     
1.1 Define the following terms: electrical potential, current, and voltage. ____   ____
     
1.2 Describe three sources of electrical potential: Chemical action, heat, and light. ____   ____
     
1.3 List the three elements necessary to create an electrical potential using magnetic effects. ____   ____
     
1.4 Recognize and describe a sine wave. ____   ____
     
1.5 Explain the basic differences between single-phase power and three-phase power. ____   ____
     
     
Topic 2: Electric Motors    
     
2.1 Explain what basic motor action is. ____   ____
     
2.2 Describe the principle of operation of a DC motor. ____   ____
     
2.3 Describe the principle of operation of an AC motor. ____   ____


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