Electricity and Magnetism

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What happens when you cut a magnet in half?

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Both halves get a North pole and a South pole.

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What happens to the brightness of bulbs in a series circuit when more bulbs are added?

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The other bulbs get dimmer.

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What does electric current flowing through a wire produce?

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A magnetic field.

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What is the purpose of a generator?

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To convert mechanical energy to electrical energy.

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What is the flow of electricity in a circuit called?

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Current.

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What is a magnet?

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An object that produces a magnetic field and attracts certain materials like iron.

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What is static electricity?

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A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

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What is a circuit?

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A closed loop that allows electric current to flow.

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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 an insulator?

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