Circuits

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A circuit is a closed path that allows electricity to flow.

Front

What type of circuit has an INCOMPLETE path?

Back

Open Circuit

Front

What type of circuit has a COMPLETE path?

Back

Closed Circuit

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows heat or electric current to flow through easily.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does NOT allow heat or electric current to flow through easily.

Front

What happens in an open circuit?

Back

Electricity cannot flow because the path is incomplete.

Front

What happens in a closed circuit?

Back

Electricity can flow because the path is complete.

Front

Can a circuit be both open and closed at the same time?

Back

No, a circuit can only be one or the other.

Front

What is an example of a conductor?

Back

Copper wire is an example of a conductor.

Front

What is an example of an insulator?

Back

Rubber is an example of an insulator.