Electricity SOL

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a circuit that is not complete, meaning electricity cannot flow through it.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete circuit that allows electricity to flow through it.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to pass through it.

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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.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of circuit where the components are connected one after another, so the same current flows through all of them.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of circuit where the components are connected across common points, allowing multiple paths for the current.

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What is a good example of a conductor?

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Copper is a good example of a conductor.

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What is a good example of an insulator?

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Rubber is a good example of an insulator.

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What does a battery do in a circuit?

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A battery provides the energy needed to push the electric current through the circuit.

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What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit by opening (turning off) or closing (turning on) the circuit.