Why are parallel circuits used more in houses? Explain how they are used in outlets and light switches.
Parallel circuits are used in houses so that we can tap into the flow of electricity when we need to. We can use outlets or light switches to access electricit
A circuit needs to be ______ to produce electricity.
Closed
True or False? A resistor is used in a circuit to create more voltage.
False
Electricity is the flow of electrons, protons, or neutrons?
Electrons
Which source of energy is used the most to generate electricity in Canada?
Hydro
An example of a turbine is a windmill, solar panel, or a rocket?
A windmill
Which of the following is an example of a conductor? Glass, wood, oil, or gold?
Gold
How is electricity generated? Describe the renewable and non-renewable ways electricity is generated. Discuss how these forms of energy are transformed into electricity.
Answers will vary.
Which device converts mechanical energy into electricity?
Generator
Which is not a renewable source of energy? Solar, Nuclear, Hydro?
Nuclear
How has electricity changed our society? Are there any drawbacks to using electricity? Discuss what life would be like without electricity and what you can do to use less electricity.
Answers will vary.
Which type of circuit is used mostly in battery operated hand-held devices?
Series Circuit
When two particles are the same, they _______ each other
Repel
What is static electricity? How does it work?
Static electricity means the increase of electric charge on the surface of objects. This causes matter to become magnetic as opposite charges are attracted
What is a turbine?
A turbine is a machine that transforms rotational energy from a fluid that is picked up by a rotor system into usable work or energy.
A circuit where the flow of electricity goes in one direction but has more than one path. If the circuit opens, the flow will continue down another path. What kind of circuit is this?
Parallel Circuit
What is the difference between a conductor and insulator?
An insulator does not allow the flow of electrons while a conductor does. Metals are good conductors and rubber is a good insulator.
A circuit where the flow of electricity goes in one direction and has no other paths. If the circuit opens, the flow stops. What kind of circuit is this?
Series Circuit
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