Forms of Energy

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which an electric current can flow.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete electrical circuit where electricity can flow without interruption.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily.

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What is an electron?

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An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.