Circuits

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electrical current flows.

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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 heat energy?

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Heat energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is an appliance?

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An appliance is a device that uses electrical energy to perform a specific task.

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What does a hair dryer do?

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A hair dryer converts electrical energy into heat energy to dry hair.

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What is a wire?

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A wire is a conductor that carries electrical energy in a circuit.

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What is a light bulb?

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

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What is a switch?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, turning it on or off.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a source of stored electrical energy that provides power to a circuit.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electrical current to flow through it.