Circuits/Forms of Energy STAAR Bootcamp

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electricity flows.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it, such as copper or aluminum.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it, such as rubber or plastic.

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What happens when a circuit is open?

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When a circuit is open, electricity cannot flow, and devices like lightbulbs will not work.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy produced by moving electric charges.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy of moving particles that produces heat.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is an example of a device that uses electrical energy?

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Examples include a blender, alarm clock, and video game player.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

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What is a lightbulb's function in a circuit?

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A lightbulb converts electrical energy into light energy.