PCS 5th Electrifying

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What is the purpose of the rubber coating on wires?

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The rubber coating serves as an insulator for protection, preventing electric shock and short circuits.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a circuit that allows the flow of electricity.

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Which material could fill in the gap for a circuit to create a closed circuit?

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A metal spoon can fill in the gap to create a closed circuit.

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What form of energy does a battery provide to light a bulb?

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The battery provides electrical energy to light the bulb.

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What is the source of energy in a simple circuit with a battery and a light bulb?

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The source of energy in the circuit is the battery.

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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 a conductor?

Back

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

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What happens in an open circuit?

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In an open circuit, the flow of electricity is interrupted, and the circuit does not work.

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

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The light bulb converts electrical energy into light energy.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy.

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