Electricity

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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. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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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. Examples include rubber, wood, and plastic.

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the build-up of electrical charges in one place, often caused by friction.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete electrical loop that allows current to flow. It has no breaks.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a broken electrical loop that prevents current from flowing.

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What are electrons?

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Electrons are tiny particles with a negative charge that move around the nucleus of an atom and are responsible for electricity.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to push electrons through the circuit.

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What happens when you touch a doorknob after walking on a carpet?

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You may feel a shock due to static electricity, which occurs when built-up charges are discharged.

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What is the difference between static electricity and current electricity?

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Static electricity is the build-up of charges, while current electricity is the flow of electric charge through a conductor.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electricity flows, consisting of a power source, conductors, and a load.