Electric Circuits

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What are electrons?

Back

Negatively charged subatomic particles.

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What happens if you disconnect a circuit from its positive terminal?

Back

The electrons stop flowing, and the current stops.

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What is the function of a power source in a circuit?

Back

It provides a steady flow of electrons.

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What device opens and closes an electric circuit?

Back

A switch.

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What is a circuit?

Back

A closed path through which electricity flows.

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What is current?

Back

The flow of electric charge in a circuit.

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What is voltage?

Back

The force that pushes electrons through a circuit.

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What is a load in an electric circuit?

Back

A device that uses electricity, like a light bulb or motor.

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What is a series circuit?

Back

A circuit where components are connected 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.