Electricity

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What does 'static' mean in the context of electricity?

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Static means not moving.

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Define an insulator in terms of electricity.

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An insulator is a material which does not allow electricity to go through it.

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What is a circuit?

Back

Electricity that flows in a closed path is called a circuit.

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What does it mean if the lights are on in a circuit?

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If the lights are on, the circuit is closed.

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What is the flow of electricity in a circuit called?

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The flow of electricity in a circuit is called current.

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What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

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A conductor allows electricity to flow through it, while an insulator does not.

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

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A switch is used to open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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What is voltage?

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Voltage is the electrical potential difference between two points in a circuit.

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What is the unit of current?

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The unit of current is the ampere (A).

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What happens to current in a series circuit?

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In a series circuit, the current is the same at all points.