Semester 1 Review (Science)

Front

What must all hairs have in order for static electricity to cause them to stand up?

Back

Same charge.

Front

What does it mean to attract?

Back

To pull towards.

Front

What happens when you turn on a light switch?

Back

It closes a circuit, allowing electricity to flow.

Front

Where is the magnetic field the strongest on a magnet?

Back

At the poles.

Front

Why is a bulb not lit in a circuit model?

Back

The switch is open.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A closed loop that allows electricity to flow.

Front

What is a magnet?

Back

An object that can attract certain metals, like iron.

Front

What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

Front

What happens when two objects with the same charge come close to each other?

Back

They repel each other.