Electrical Energy Review

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What is electrical energy?

Back

Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What is a circuit?

Back

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

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What is an open circuit?

Back

An open circuit is a circuit that does not allow electricity to flow because it has a gap or break.

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What is a closed circuit?

Back

A closed circuit is a complete circuit that allows electricity to flow without any gaps.

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What is an insulator?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of an insulator.

Back

A toothpick is an example of an insulator.

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What is a conductor?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of a conductor.

Back

A metal pipe is an example of a conductor.

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What happens when you turn on a light switch in a closed circuit?

Back

The light bulb lights up because electricity flows through the circuit.

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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 power the circuit.