Electricity

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include rubber, wood, and plastic.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What happens when a circuit is closed?

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When a circuit is closed, it means that there is a complete path for electricity to flow, allowing devices like light bulbs to turn on.

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What happens when a circuit is open?

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When a circuit is open, it means that there is a break in the path, preventing electricity from flowing, which causes devices like light bulbs to turn off.

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What do items with the same charge do?

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Items that have the same charge repel each other.

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What do items with opposite charges do?

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Items with opposite charges attract each other.

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What is static electricity?

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

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow from a power source to a device and back.

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What is a light bulb in a circuit?

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A light bulb is a device that converts electrical energy into light energy when electricity flows through it.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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