Pitsco: Electric Tech Expedition

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What is a switch in a circuit?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, allowing or stopping the flow of electricity.

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What does the symbol for voltage represent in a circuit?

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Voltage is a measure of the electric potential difference between two points in a circuit.

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What is the function of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy to power the circuit.

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What type of energy do batteries provide?

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Batteries provide chemical energy that is converted into electrical energy.

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What are insulators?

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Insulators are materials that do not allow electricity to flow through them, such as rubber, cloth, and plastic.

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What are conductors?

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Conductors are materials that allow electricity to flow through them easily, such as copper and aluminum.

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What is the purpose of wires in a circuit?

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Wires connect different components of a circuit and allow electricity to flow between them.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow from a power source to various components and back.

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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, and electricity can flow.