Electric Circuits

Front

If a circuit is OPEN...

Back

the circuit is broken and the light will NOT work

Front

What are the three components needed for a complete circuit?

Back

wire, load, energy source

Front

A series circuit...

Back

has a single path for energy to flow

Front

A battery can be a ______________ in an electric circuit.

Back

energy source

Front

A complete, unbroken path that allows electricity to flow is called a ___________ circuit.

Back

closed

Front

The buildup of electrical charges is called ________. It is what makes clothes stick together.

Back

static electricity

Front

What type of circuit is this?

Back

closed circuit

Front

What type of circuit is shown?

Back

parallel circuit

Front

Will the light bulb light in this circuit?

Back

No

Front

Is a plastic fork an insulator or conductor?

Back

insulator