Electric Circuits

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What is an electric circuit?

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An electric circuit is a complete path through which electric current can flow.

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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, such as metals like copper and aluminum.

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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, such as rubber or plastic.

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What is a switch?

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A switch is a device that can open or close an electric circuit, allowing or stopping the flow of electricity.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a source of stored electrical energy that can provide power to an electric circuit.

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What is a light bulb?

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A light bulb is a device that converts electrical energy into light energy when electricity flows through it.

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What does it mean for a circuit to be complete?

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A complete circuit has no breaks and allows electricity to flow from the power source, through the components, and back to the power source.

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What does it mean for a circuit to be incomplete?

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An incomplete circuit has a break or gap that prevents electricity from flowing.

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What is the role of wires in an electric circuit?

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Wires connect different components of a circuit and allow electricity to flow between them.

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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.