Bill Nye Electrical Current

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What does DC stand for in electrical currents?

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DC stands for Direct Current, which is a type of electrical current that flows in one direction.

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Where should you keep batteries to help them last longer?

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Keeping batteries in the refrigerator can help them last longer.

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What powers a battery that has a Photovoltaic Cell?

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The Sun powers a battery that has a Photovoltaic Cell.

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What was used to create electricity in 1831 along with a wire coil?

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A magnet was used to create electricity in 1831 along with a wire coil.

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What are the chemicals called that batteries contain?

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Batteries contain chemicals called electrolytes.

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What is the difference between AC and DC?

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AC stands for Alternating Current, which changes direction periodically, while DC stands for Direct Current, which flows in one direction.

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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 battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy.

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What is a photovoltaic cell?

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A photovoltaic cell is a device that converts sunlight directly into electricity.

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What is an electrolyte?

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An electrolyte is a substance that produces an electrically conducting solution when dissolved in a solvent.