Electricity

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What is static electricity?

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A sudden/quick buildup of an electrical charge on an object.

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What is friction?

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The force that occurs when two objects rub against each other.

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What is the load in a circuit?

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The component that uses electricity, such as a lightbulb.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily, e.g., wood.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily, e.g., a paper clip.

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What is current electricity?

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The flow of electric charge through a conductor.

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What is a circuit?

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A closed loop that allows electricity to flow from a power source to a load.

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What is a battery?

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A device that stores chemical energy and converts it to electrical energy.

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What is a switch?

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A device that can open or close a circuit.

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What happens when two objects with static electricity touch?

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They can transfer charge, causing a small shock or spark.