Electricity and Magnetism Assessment Review

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What is an electric motor?

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A machine that changes electrical energy into energy of motion.

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Can magnets work through barriers?

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Yes, the effectiveness of a magnet can depend on the thickness of the material and the power of the magnet.

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What is needed for a circuit to work?

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A complete path for electricity to flow.

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Where is electrical energy produced in a power grid?

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At the generating station.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily, like rubber.

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What is a circuit?

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A closed loop that allows electricity to flow.

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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 a light bulb?

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A device that converts electrical energy into light.

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What is an electromagnet?

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A type of magnet that is created by electric current.

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What is a switch?

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A device that can open or close a circuit.