SOL 5.4 Electricity Review

Front

True or False: An electrical current WILL flow through an open circuit.

Back

False

Front

When using a toaster, electrical energy is transformed into _______________________ energy.

Back

thermal

Front

Which of these is NOT a conductor? (copper wire, metal coin, rubber band, sea water)

Back

rubber band

Front

Materials that do not allow electricity to flow easily through them are _____________________.

Back

insulators

Front

Materials that allow electricity to easily flow through them are _______________________.

Back

conductors

Front

What is an electrical circuit?

Back

A closed loop that allows electricity to flow.

Front

What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is a battery?

Back

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

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow easily through it.