Circuits

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a closed path through which electric current flows.

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What is the purpose of rubber gloves for electricians?

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Rubber gloves protect electricians from electric shock.

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What happens if one bulb in a series circuit burns out?

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All bulbs in a series circuit will go out.

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What happens if one bulb in a parallel circuit burns out?

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The other bulbs will stay lit.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a circuit where components are connected one after another, so the same current flows through all of them.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a circuit where components are connected across common points, allowing multiple paths for current.

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What is needed for a light bulb to glow?

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A complete circuit with a power source and a connected light bulb.

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What does it mean if a light bulb does not glow?

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It may mean that the circuit is incomplete or the bulb is burned out.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to power the circuit.

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What is a switch in a circuit?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.