Energy and Circuits

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What are the different forms of energy?

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The different forms of energy include mechanical, thermal, electrical, sound, and light energy.

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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 sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating objects, which creates sound waves.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a broken path in which electricity cannot flow.

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What is a closed circuit?

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

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What do you need to make a light circuit work?

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You need a power source, light source, wires, and a switch.

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What is a power source?

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A power source provides the energy needed to make a circuit work, such as a battery.

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What is a light source?

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A light source is an object that produces light, like a light bulb.

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What are wires used for in a circuit?

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Wires are used to connect different components in a circuit and allow electricity to flow.