waveform: Voltage fluctuations such as those that appear in a sine wave or
square wave. See alsooscilloscope, sine wave, square wave.
wire: A long strand of metal, usually made of copper, used to make connec-
tions in electronics projects. Electrons travel through the wire, conducting
electricity.
wire clips: An adhesive-backed piece of plastic with a clip used to secure
wires.
wire gauge: A system used to measure the diameter of wire.
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