Electricity!!

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What is the space around a magnet where the force of the magnet can act?

Back

A magnetic field.

Front

Why are many electrical wires wrapped with a plastic coating?

Back

Because plastic is a good insulator.

Front

What causes someone's hair to stick to a balloon?

Back

There is static electricity.

Front

What happens to a bulb when the switch in an electrical circuit is opened?

Back

The bulb goes out because opening the switch opens the circuit.

Front

What makes the strongest electromagnet?

Back

A battery with 10 wire coils around a nail.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A complete path through which electric current can flow.

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

A type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.