Electric Circuits

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it.

Front

What controls the flow of electrons by opening and closing a circuit?

Back

An electrical switch.

Front

What happens when a switch is open?

Back

The circuit is broken and charges cannot flow.

Front

What type of circuit is needed for the light bulb to be ON?

Back

A closed circuit.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A complete path through which electricity can flow.

Front

What is a light bulb?

Back

A device that converts electrical energy into light.

Front

What is a battery?

Back

A source of stored electrical energy.

Front

What is a switch?

Back

A device that can open or close a circuit.

Front

What is a series circuit?

Back

A circuit where components are connected in a single path.