Circuits

Front

What is the function of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To turn on and off the flow of current.

Front

What is wood classified as in terms of electrical properties?

Back

Wood is an insulator.

Front

What type of circuit is formed when all parts are connected?

Back

A closed circuit.

Front

What happens if you replace a conductor with an insulator in a circuit?

Back

The bulb doesn't light.

Front

When you flip a light switch on and off, what are you doing to the circuit?

Back

You are closing and opening a circuit.

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 electric current to flow through it easily.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

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

Front

What happens in an open circuit?

Back

The current cannot flow because the path is broken.

Front

What is a battery's role in a circuit?

Back

To provide the electrical energy needed to push the current through the circuit.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-5