Electricity

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which the components are connected end-to-end, so that the current flows through each component in turn.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which the components are connected across common points or junctions, allowing multiple paths for the current to flow.

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What are electrons?

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Electrons are tiny particles that have a negative charge and are found in atoms.

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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.

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What happens when a switch is open?

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When a switch is open, the circuit is incomplete, and electricity cannot flow.

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What happens when a switch is closed?

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When a switch is closed, the circuit is complete, allowing electricity to flow.

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What is an example of a series circuit?

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An example of a series circuit is a string of holiday lights where if one bulb goes out, the entire string goes dark.

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What is an example of a parallel circuit?

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An example of a parallel circuit is the wiring in a house, where multiple appliances can operate independently.

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What is current?

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Current is the flow of electric charge, measured in amperes (A).

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What is voltage?

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Voltage is the electric potential difference between two points in a circuit, measured in volts (V).