Benchmark:Science of Slipping Up Ch1

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electricity can flow.

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What does conductive mean?

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Conductive means something can carry electricity.

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What is the inside of a pencil made of?

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The inside of a pencil is made of graphite.

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What were the NanoRovers building?

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The NanoRovers were building a robo-racer.

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What happens when a circuit is incomplete?

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When a circuit is incomplete, electricity cannot flow, and devices like light bulbs will not work.

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What is electricity?

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Electricity is a form of energy resulting from the flow of electric charge.

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What materials are good conductors of electricity?

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Good conductors of electricity include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is a light bulb?

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A light bulb is a device that produces light when electricity passes through it.

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What is the purpose of a switch in a 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 a resistor?

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A resistor is a component that limits the flow of electricity in a circuit.