| A | B |
| closed circuit | path that allows electricity to pass through |
| open circuit | path that does not allow electricity to pass through |
| series circuit | one pathway for electricity to pass |
| parallel circuit | more than one pathway for electricity to pass through |
| conductors | material that allows electricity to pass through |
| insulators | material that does not allow electricity to pass through |
| static electricity | the buildup and release of electrical energy |
| lightning | the natural form of static electricity |
| heat energy | a toaster |
| light energy | a lamp |
| mechanical energy | a fan |