Electricity Review

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What is a Closed Circuit?

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

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What is an Open Circuit?

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An open circuit is a broken electrical loop that prevents electricity from flowing.

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What allows the flow of electricity?

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A closed circuit allows the flow of electricity.

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What happens to Zoe's hairs when she touches a Van de Graaff generator?

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Each of Zoe's hairs has the same charge, causing them to repel each other.

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What did Benjamin Franklin discover about lightning?

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Benjamin Franklin discovered that lightning is electricity.

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What is a continuous flow of electricity called?

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A continuous flow of electricity is called current.

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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.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electricity flows.

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What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?

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In a series circuit, components are connected one after another, while in a parallel circuit, components are connected across common points.

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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.