Circuits
A ____ is the pathway that electricity follows.
Circut
____ are materials that do not allow electric currents to pass easily?
Insulators
This type of energy can be replaced naturally and will not run out.
In a series circuit, there is ____ pathway for electricty?
One
Metal wires are good examples of this type of material.
Conductors
What causes static electricity to build up?
Friction (two things rubbing together)
This renewable energy comes from heat inside the Earth
Geothermal Energy
This part uses the electricity to do work, like lighting up or moving.
Load (or device)
When you plug in your phone charger, which parts are conductors?
Metal Prongs and Wire
The electricity that powers your toaster is this type
Current Electricity
Both renewable and non-renewable energy can make electricity. How are they different?
Renewable can be replaced quickly and the Non-renewable cannot
If one bulb goes out but the others stay on, what kind of circuit is it?
Parallel Circuit
Why do electricians wear rubber gloves?
Prevent Shock
How are static and current electricity similar?
They both involve electric charges (electrons)
How does using renewable energy help the planet?
reduces pollution and helps fight climate change
Which type of circuit is used in most homes and buildings?
Parallel
A sock sticking to your shirt shows______.
Opposite charges attract
Name two ways people can reduce their use of non-renewable energy.
e.g.
- Turn off lights
- Carpool
- Public Transit