Forms of Energy

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit has more than one conductive path for electricity to flow.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit has only one conductive path for electricity to flow.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is formed when an electric current passes through an unbroken path of conductors.

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What are good insulators?

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Good insulators include wood, glass, and plastic.

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What does thermal energy mean?

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Thermal energy refers to heat energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of moving electrons.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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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.