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Science
8th Grade
03/23/2010

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Term
what is a dichotomous key?
Definition
a classification key.
Term
what is the taxonomy of science?
Definition
practice of science of classification.
Term
what are the two types of keys?
Definition
branching and numbering
Term
what are positive and negative charges and how are they related?
Definition
a positive charge is a charge that is positive and a negative charge is a charge that is negative they are related because opposites attract.
Term
What is a alternating current and a direct current?
Definition

AC- is a current that reverses its direction.

DC- goes in one direction

Term
Law of electric charges
Definition
opposite charges attract each other and electric charges repel each other.
Term
What is friction?
Definition
when two objects go together and cause electricity.
Term
What is conduction?
Definition
direct contact with something and it causes friction.
Term
induction 
Definition
does not need direct contact
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What are series and parallel circuits?
Definition

series- goes all the way around

parallel- different paths 

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What is an open Circuit?
Definition
incomplete circuit
Term
lightning rod
Definition
protects houses from being destroyed.
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