Electricity/Magnets

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What type of electricity occurs when you rub a balloon on your sweater?

Back

Static electricity is the type of electricity that occurs when there is an imbalance of electric charges within or on the surface of a material.

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What is a closed loop of conductive material that a current can flow through?

Back

An electric circuit is a closed loop that allows electric current to flow.

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What causes electricity?

Back

Electricity is caused by moving electrons, which are negatively charged particles found in atoms.

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What happens when two bar magnets repel each other?

Back

When two bar magnets repel each other, the poles of the magnets push away from each other.

Front

What do circuit breakers and fuses protect?

Back

Circuit breakers and fuses protect devices from overheating.

Front

What is the definition of electric current?

Back

Electric current is the flow of electric charge, typically measured in amperes (A).

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What is the role of a conductor in an electric circuit?

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A conductor allows electric current to flow through it easily, examples include copper and aluminum.

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What is the difference between static electricity and current electricity?

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Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on a surface, while current electricity is the flow of electric charge through a conductor.

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What is a magnet?

Back

A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field, attracting or repelling other magnetic materials.

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What are the two types of electric charges?

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The two types of electric charges are positive and negative.