CIRCUITS and ELECTRICITY

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electric current flows.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a circuit that is not complete, preventing current from flowing.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete circuit that allows current to flow.

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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, like copper.

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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, like rubber.

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What is a battery?

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

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What is a light bulb?

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A light bulb is a device that produces light when electricity passes through it.

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What happens when you cut a wire in a circuit?

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Cutting a wire in a circuit can break the circuit, stopping the flow of electricity.

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What is a switch?

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

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a circuit where components are connected in a single path, so current flows through one after another.