Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

Front

What are objects that allow thermal and electrical energy to pass through easily?

Back

Conductors

Front

Which material is a conductor?

Back

Iron

Front

What component is needed to complete a circuit?

Back

A battery

Front

What is wood classified as?

Back

Insulator

Front

What happens when you flip a light switch on and off?

Back

You are closing and opening a circuit.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

Give an example of a good conductor.

Back

Copper.

Front

What is the purpose of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit.

Front

What happens to the flow of electricity when a circuit is open?

Back

Electricity cannot flow.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A closed loop that allows electricity to flow.