5th grade Circuits Extra Credit

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What is an electrical conductor?

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An electrical conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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Which material is the best conductor of electricity?

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Copper is the best conductor of electricity among common materials.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a circuit that is not complete, meaning electricity cannot flow through it.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete circuit that allows electricity to flow through it.

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What happens in a circuit when a switch is closed?

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When a switch is closed, it completes the circuit, allowing electricity to flow and power devices like light bulbs.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a circuit where all components are connected in a single path, so the same current flows through all of them.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a circuit that has multiple paths for electricity to flow, allowing some components to operate independently.

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What happens if one bulb in a series circuit burns out?

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If one bulb in a series circuit burns out, the entire circuit stops working because the path for electricity is broken.

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What happens if one bulb in a parallel circuit burns out?

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If one bulb in a parallel circuit burns out, the other bulbs can still operate because they have separate paths for electricity.

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What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit by opening (turning off) or closing (turning on) the circuit.