SOL 5.4 Electricity Flashcard

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An electrical circuit that is not complete is called an ________ circuit.

Back

open circuit

Front

What is an example of an insulator?

Back

Rubber

Front

Which is NOT an insulator?

Back

Copper

Front

Michael Faraday's discovery of the _____?______ was an important contribution to Science.

Back

Electromagnet

Front

What affects the strength of an electromagnet?

Back

All of the above (Gauge of the wire, Amount of current, Number of coils)

Front

What is a closed circuit?

Back

A complete electrical circuit through which current can flow.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

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

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.