What is electricity?

Electricity and Magnetism

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5th Grade
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Jordan McFarlane
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Electricity is the effect of the apparent flow of electrons through a conductor. It is also referred to when talking about using electrical energy to power homes, cars, and other things.
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What is electric current?
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Electric current is the flow of an electric charge through a conductor, resulting in heat and magnetic fields. Examples include lightning, static electricity discharge, and electricity in power lines.
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What is static electricity?
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Static electricity is the buildup of an electrical charge in or on the surface of an object. It occurs when electrons transfer from one object to another, causing a charge buildup.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is electric force?
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Electric force is the force of attraction between two electrically charged objects or a charged object and a neutral object. It can cause objects to cling to each other.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is needed to make an electric circuit?
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To make an electric circuit, you need a power source, a path for the electric current to flow through, and a component to consume power, such as a light bulb or motor. A switch can be added to control the flow.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are conductors and insulators?
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Conductors are objects through which an electric current can flow, like metal wire. Insulators are objects through which an electric current cannot flow, like glass, plastic, and rubber.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is magnetism?
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Magnetism is a property of certain materials that allows them to attract or repel other objects with this property. It is generated by magnetic fields or electric currents.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an electromagnet?
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An electromagnet is created when an electric current flows through a wire wrapped around a magnetic metal core, like iron or steel, creating a magnetic field. The magnetism fades when the current is turned off.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a magnetic field?
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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be observed. It is represented by field lines that show the direction and strength of the magnetic force.
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