Circuits

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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 an electrical current?

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An electrical current is the flow of electric charge through a circuit.

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What is a switch?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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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, like copper or aluminum.

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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, like rubber or wood.

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What happens when a circuit is incomplete?

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When a circuit is incomplete, electricity cannot flow, and devices like light bulbs will not work.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores electrical energy and provides power to a circuit.

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What is a light bulb?

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A light bulb is a device that converts electrical energy into light energy.

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What is the role of a resistor in a circuit?

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A resistor is a component that limits the flow of electrical current in a circuit.

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What does it mean to connect wires?

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Connecting wires means joining them together to create a complete path for electricity to flow.