Electricity and Circuits

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What is a switch?

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Part of a circuit that starts or stops the electricity.

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What type of circuit is represented when the path is complete and electricity can flow?

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Closed circuit.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A type of circuit where there are multiple paths for electricity to flow.

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What is a conductor?

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Something that allows electric current to flow easily.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that limits the flow of electricity.

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What is a battery?

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A device that stores electrical energy and provides power to a circuit.

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What is the purpose of a circuit?

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To create a complete path for electricity to flow.

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What happens in a series circuit when one component fails?

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The entire circuit stops working.

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What is the role of a light bulb in a circuit?

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To convert electrical energy into light energy.

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What is the difference between a series and parallel circuit?

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In a series circuit, components are connected one after another; in a parallel circuit, components are connected across common points.