Science Re-Test Conductors/Insulators

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What are conductors?

Back

Materials that allow electricity to flow through them easily, such as metals.

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What are insulators?

Back

Materials that do not allow electricity to flow through them easily, such as rubber or plastic.

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Why are metals useful for making electrical wires?

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Because metals are conductors, they allow electricity to flow easily.

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What is the function of a switch in a circuit?

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To turn on and off the flow of current.

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What do you need to light a bulb?

Back

A battery and a wire.

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What happens if a circuit is broken?

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The flow of electricity stops, and the bulb will not light.

Front

Can you name a common insulator?

Back

Rubber is a common insulator.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is an example of a conductor?

Back

Copper is a common conductor used in electrical wiring.

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What is electrical energy?

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Energy caused by the flow of electric charge.

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What is heat energy?

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Energy that comes from the movement of atoms and molecules, often felt as warmth.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4