Circuits

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily, such as copper.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily, such as wood or plastic.

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What is a circuit?

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A closed loop that allows electricity to flow from a power source to a device and back.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A circuit that is complete and allows electricity to flow.

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What is an open circuit?

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A circuit that is broken or incomplete, preventing electricity from flowing.

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected in a single path, so the same current flows through all components.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected across common points, allowing multiple paths for electricity to flow.

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What happens if one light bulb burns out in a series circuit?

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The entire circuit stops working because the path is broken.

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What happens if one light bulb burns out in a parallel circuit?

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The other light bulbs continue to work because there are multiple paths for electricity.

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What is a battery?

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