4th grade Electric circuits

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What is an electric circuit?

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

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What is electricity?

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Electricity is a form of energy resulting from the flow of electric charge.

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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 thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter; it is the energy of moving particles.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by light sources.

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What happens when you turn on a light switch?

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When you turn on a light switch, it completes the electric circuit, allowing electricity to flow and light to turn on.

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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.

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What is a switch in an electric circuit?

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

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is an area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.