Electricity and Circuits · Physical Science

Simple Circuits

Constructing a simple series electrical circuit, identifying parts like cells, wires, bulbs, and switches.

Key Questions

  1. 1What is the minimum requirement to make a bulb light up?
  2. 2What happens to a circuit if there is a tiny gap in the wire?
  3. 3How does a switch actually control the flow of electricity?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Science - Electricity
Year: Year 4
Subject: Science
Unit: Electricity and Circuits
Period: Physical Science

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