Understanding Electrical Energy: Conductors and Insulators Lab

Conductor

A material that allows electrical energy to flow through it easily.

Insulator

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

Closed Circuit

A circuit that is complete and allows electrical current to flow.

Static Electricity

Electric charge that builds up on the surface of an object, often observed when rubbing materials together.

D Battery

A type of battery commonly used in electronic devices to provide power.

Copper Wire

A conductor used in circuits to connect different electrical components.

Light Bulb

A device that produces light when electrical current passes through it.

Thermal Energy

Energy that comes from the temperature of matter; it is related to the kinetic energy of particles.

Observation

The act of watching and noting something to gain information, often used to record results in a lab.

Circuit Board

A flat board that holds electronic components and connects them to form a circuit.