Electricity and circuits

Electricity and circuits

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4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an electrical circuit?

Back

An electrical circuit is a closed loop that allows electric current to flow, consisting of a power source, conductors, and a load (like a light bulb).

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do you need to complete an electrical circuit?

Back

You need a power source (like a battery), conductors (like wires), and a load (like a light bulb).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily, such as copper or aluminum.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily, such as rubber or plastic.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when you strip the plastic coating off a wire?

Back

Stripping the plastic coating exposes the metal conductor, allowing electrical current to pass through.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a parallel circuit?

Back

A parallel circuit is a type of circuit where there are multiple paths for electricity to flow, so if one path is broken, others can still work.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a series circuit?

Back

A series circuit is a type of circuit where all components are connected in a single path, so if one component fails, the entire circuit stops working.

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