Electric Circuits

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What is a load in an electric circuit?

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A load is a device that uses electricity to perform work, such as a light bulb.

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Why are electrical wires covered with plastic?

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Plastic insulation makes electrical wiring safe by preventing electric shocks.

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What do you need to light a bulb?

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You need a battery and a wire to create a complete circuit.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of circuit where 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 components are connected across the same voltage source, allowing multiple paths for current.

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What is a battery?

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

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What is a switch?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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What happens in an open circuit?

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In an open circuit, the path for electricity is broken, and the current cannot flow.

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What happens in a closed circuit?

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In a closed circuit, the path for electricity is complete, allowing current to flow.

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What is an energy pathway in a circuit?

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An energy pathway is the route that electricity takes to travel from the power source to the load.