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What is electrical energy?

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Energy that comes from moving electrons.

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What are electrons?

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Very small particles that carry a negative charge.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A circuit that provides a complete path for current to flow.

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What is an open circuit?

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A circuit that does not provide a complete path for current to flow.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected across common points or junctions, providing multiple paths for current.

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected end-to-end, providing a single path for current.

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What is the role of a power plant in electricity generation?

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A power plant converts various forms of energy into electrical energy.

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What is voltage?

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The electrical potential difference between two points in a circuit.

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What is current?

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The flow of electric charge in a circuit, measured in amperes.

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What is resistance?

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The opposition to the flow of current in a circuit, measured in ohms.