Science - Electricity (5th Grade)

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What is an alternate form of electrical energy that can be used during a power outage?

Back

A battery-operated lamp.

Front

What is a good conductor of electricity?

Back

Metal wire.

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What is the purpose of a battery in a circuit?

Back

It is the energy source.

Front

What does the plastic coating on wires do?

Back

It is an insulator that will protect you from getting shocked.

Front

Why does a balloon stick to a wall after being rubbed on hair?

Back

The balloon has a static electric charge from rubbing someone's hair.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What is electricity?

Back

Electricity is the flow of electric charge, typically through wires.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow.

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

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

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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

What happens when you rub a balloon on your hair?

Back

The balloon gains a static electric charge.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-5