Science Readiness: Electricity and Magnetism

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What are the main components needed to build a basic circuit?

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Wires, a light bulb, and a battery.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

Back

The battery serves as the power source that provides electric current.

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What happens to electric current in an open circuit?

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The electric current cannot flow.

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What happens to the flow of electric current in a closed circuit?

Back

The electric current continues to flow.

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What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not allow electric current to flow through it.

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What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that allows electric current to flow through it easily.

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What happens when you remove a bulb from a series circuit?

Back

The other bulbs will turn off.

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What happens when you remove a bulb from a parallel circuit?

Back

The other bulbs will remain lit.

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What is static electricity?

Back

Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

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What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, such as iron.

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