Electric Circuits

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it.

Front

Give an example of a conductor.

Back

Metal paperclip.

Front

If the electric circuit is OPEN, the switch is _____.

Back

OFF.

Front

What type of circuit is this?

Back

Parallel Circuit.

Front

If the electric circuit is CLOSED, the switch is _______.

Back

ON.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A complete path through which electricity can flow.

Front

What happens in a series circuit?

Back

Electricity flows through one path.

Front

What happens in a parallel circuit?

Back

Electricity can flow through multiple paths.

Front

What is a switch?

Back

A device that can open or close a circuit.