5.4 Electricity SOL Review

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a circuit that is not complete, meaning that electricity cannot flow through it. This can happen when a switch is turned off or a wire is broken.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete circuit that allows electricity to flow through it. This occurs when a switch is turned on and all connections are intact.

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What type of energy can be transformed using a circuit?

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Electrical energy can be transformed into other forms of energy, such as light, heat, or mechanical energy.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include rubber, glass, and wood.

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the build-up of electric charge on the surface of objects, which can discharge suddenly, like during a lightning strike.

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What happens when a light switch is turned off?

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When a light switch is turned off, it creates an open circuit, stopping the flow of electricity and turning off the light.

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What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit by opening (turning off) or closing (turning on) the circuit.

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What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?

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In a series circuit, all components are connected in a single path, while in a parallel circuit, components are connected across multiple paths.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy to power circuits.