5.8B Circuits Vocabulary

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What is an output device?

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A component added to a circuit for energy transformations such as a lightbulb, motor, or bell.

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What does electrical conductivity mean?

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The ability of a material to allow electrical energy to pass through.

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What is a circuit?

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A complete path around which electricity can flow.

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What is current in a circuit?

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The flow of electricity in a circuit.

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What is the source of power in an electric circuit?

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A battery.

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What is an open circuit?

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

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected in a single path, so the current flows through each component one after another.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected across common points or junctions, allowing multiple paths for the current.

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What is a fuse?

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A safety device that protects a circuit by breaking the connection if the current is too high.

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What is a pathway in a circuit?

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The route through which electricity flows in a circuit.