Electrical Energy

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What is a good insulator?

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Glass is a good insulator, meaning it does not conduct electricity well.

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What type of charges are attracted to each other?

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Particles with opposite charges are attracted to each other.

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How do electric charges travel in a circuit?

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Electric charges travel quickly in a circuit.

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the buildup of charged particles in a material.

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What happens if a switch is open?

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If a switch is open, a light bulb will not light.

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What is an electrical circuit?

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

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What is the role of a conductor?

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A conductor allows electric charges to flow easily through it.

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What is the role of an insulator?

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An insulator prevents electric charges from flowing through it.

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What is current electricity?

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Current electricity is the flow of electric charges through a conductor.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it to electrical energy.