Electrical Circuits

Front

What is a good conductor of electricity?

Back

Metal Wire is a good conductor of electricity.

Front

What happens to the flow of electricity when a switch is closed?

Back

The circuit flows, allowing electricity to pass through.

Front

True or False: Steel is a great conductor of electricity.

Back

True, a steel nail allows electricity to flow through it.

Front

What indicates that a circuit is complete?

Back

A closed switch indicates that the circuit is complete.

Front

What happens to the light in a circuit when the switch is closed?

Back

The light turns on, indicating that the circuit is complete.

Front

What indicates that a circuit is not complete?

Back

An open switch indicates that the circuit is not complete.

Front

What is the role of a switch in an electrical circuit?

Back

A switch controls the flow of electricity by opening or closing the circuit.

Front

What is the effect of an open switch on a circuit?

Back

An open switch breaks the circuit, preventing electricity from flowing.

Front

What materials are typically considered good conductors of electricity?

Back

Metals such as copper, aluminum, and silver are good conductors.

Front

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

Back

A conductor allows electricity to flow easily, while an insulator resists the flow of electricity.