Electricity

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects, often caused by friction.

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What happens when two objects have the same charge?

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When two objects have the same charge, they repel each other.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow through it.

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What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit by opening or closing it.

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What materials can complete a circuit?

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Conductors, such as metals, can complete a circuit, while insulators, like rubber, cannot.

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What is the purpose of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a scientific procedure undertaken to test a hypothesis or demonstrate a known fact.

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What does it mean to gather observations in an experiment?

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Gathering observations involves collecting data and information during an experiment.

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What is the difference between an open circuit and a closed circuit?

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An open circuit has a break that stops the flow of electricity, while a closed circuit allows electricity to flow.

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What is the function of a lightbulb in a circuit?

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A lightbulb converts electrical energy into light energy when electricity flows through it.