Circuits

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electric current to flow through it easily, such as water or metals.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow electric current to flow through it easily, such as rubber or glass.

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How many paths does a series circuit have for electric current?

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One.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A circuit where all parts are connected, allowing electric current to flow.

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What is an open circuit?

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A circuit that is not complete, preventing electric current from flowing.

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What is the essential part missing in a circuit if it won't work?

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A source of electric current.

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What do you need to light a bulb?

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A battery and a wire.

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What is a battery?

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A device that stores electrical energy and provides a source of electric current.

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What is a wire in a circuit?

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A conductor that connects different components of a circuit, allowing current to flow.

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What is resistance in a circuit?

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A measure of how much a material opposes the flow of electric current.