Science Ch. 4 Vocabulary

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Battery

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A device that stores and provides electrical energy for a circuit.

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Closed, or Complete Circuit

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A closed loop through which electric current can flow.

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Electric Current

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The flow of electric charge through a conductor.

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Electrical Circuit

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A path in which electrons from a voltage or current source flow.

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Open, or Incomplete Circuit

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A circuit in which the path is broken, preventing current from flowing.

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Light Emitting Diode (LED)

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A semiconductor device that emits light when an electric current passes through it.