Electricity

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is a type of electricity that occurs when there is an imbalance of electric charges on the surface of objects. It can cause objects to attract or repel each other.

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What is current electricity?

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Current electricity is the flow of electric charge (electrons) through a conductor, such as a wire, and is used to power devices like light bulbs.

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What is an insulator?

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

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What is a conductor?

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

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What is a power source?

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A power source is a device that provides electrical energy to a circuit. Common examples include batteries and generators.

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What is electricity?

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Electricity is energy created by moving charged particles, such as electrons, and can be used to power devices.

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What happens when you close a circuit?

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When you close a circuit, you create a complete path for electric current to flow, allowing devices like light bulbs to turn on.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electric current to flow. It must have a power source, conductors, and a load (like a light bulb).

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What is an example of static electricity?

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An example of static electricity is when a person slides their feet across a carpet and then shocks someone by touching them.

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What is an electron?

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An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom and is responsible for electricity.