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L6.1 Vocab Review

This document provides an overview of electricity, including definitions of key terms such as conductors, insulators, circuits, and their components. It explains that conductors allow electricity to flow while insulators do not, and emphasizes the necessity of a complete circuit for electricity to flow. The document also lists examples of materials that act as conductors and insulators.

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L6.1 Vocab Review

This document provides an overview of electricity, including definitions of key terms such as conductors, insulators, circuits, and their components. It explains that conductors allow electricity to flow while insulators do not, and emphasizes the necessity of a complete circuit for electricity to flow. The document also lists examples of materials that act as conductors and insulators.

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UNIT 6: ELECTRICITY

Lesson 6.1: What materials can conduct electricity?


Vocabulary List
Word Simple Definition Example Picture Idea

A lightning bolt going


Conductor Lets electricity flow through it. Metal spoon
through wire

Stops electricity from passing Rubber or


Insulator A wire covered in plastic
through. plastic

Wire
A path that electricity can connecting A loop with a battery
Circuit
follow. battery and and bulb
bulb

A circuit that is not complete, A broken


Open-circuit A gap in the wire loop
so electricity won't flow. wire

A complete circuit, so A working A closed loop with a lit


Closed-circuit
electricity flows. flashlight bulb

A place where we get Plugging in a


Outlet A wall socket with holes
electricity from the wall. lamp

The part that goes into the Phone A plug with two or
Plug
outlet. charger plug three prongs

Wires
A long string-like material that A coiled line connecting
Wire behind the
carries electricity. devices
TV
A tool that opens or closes a A light switch flipped
Switch Light switch
circuit. up/down

Notes to Remember – What Materials Conduct Electricity?


What is Electricity?
• Electricity is a type of energy that can move through some materials.
• It needs a complete circuit to flow.

What is a Circuit?
• A circuit is a path for electricity to flow.
• It needs:
A power source (like a battery)
Wires
A light bulb or buzzer
Materials to test

What are Conductors?


• Materials that let electricity flow through them.
• Usually metals like:
🪙 Coins
Paper clips
Aluminum foil

What are Insulators?


• Materials that do NOT let electricity flow.
• Usually non-metals like:
Rubber
🪙 Wood
Plastic

Remember!
• Electricity can only flow in a closed (complete) circuit.
• Not all materials let electricity pass through—only conductors do!

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