Circuits and Energy Transformation

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy that comes from electric charges and is used to power devices.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to our eyes and allows us to see.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electricity can flow.

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What do we need to make a simple circuit?

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We need a battery, wires, and a light bulb.

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What does a battery do in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

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What is a light bulb?

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A light bulb is a device that transforms electrical energy into light energy.

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What is a motor?

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A motor is a device that transforms electrical energy into motion energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of movement.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from heat.

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What is a switch?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit.