Electrical Circuits 5.6B

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electricity or heat to travel through it. Examples include metals and water.

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What does a light bulb do with electrical energy?

Back

It changes electrical energy into light and heat energy.

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What is needed to make a complete electric circuit?

Back

A battery is needed to provide power to the circuit.

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What is a closed circuit?

Back

A circuit that is complete and allows electricity to flow.

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Why is copper used for electrical wiring?

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Because copper conducts electricity very well.

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What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity or heat to pass through it easily.

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What is a series circuit?

Back

A circuit where components are connected one after another, so the same current flows through all of them.

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What is an open circuit?

Back

A circuit that is not complete, preventing electricity from flowing.

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What is a power source in an electrical circuit?

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An object that provides electrical energy, such as a battery or power outlet.

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What happens when a switch is closed in a circuit?

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It completes the circuit, allowing electricity to flow.