Bill Nye: Electricity

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Where are electrons located in atoms?

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Electrons are located around the outside of atoms.

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What allows electricity to flow through easily?

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Conductors allow electricity to flow through easily.

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What happens when you turn on a switch?

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Turning on a switch completes a circuit.

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What is electricity?

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Electricity is the flow of electrons.

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What is an example of a good compact source of energy?

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Batteries are a good compact source of energy.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to pass through it easily.

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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.

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What is static electricity?

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

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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.