Foundation Science Primary 5 Systems

Ravi set up a circuit with a gap. He wants to test which material allows the bulb to light up. Which of the following materials should he place in the gap?

A An iron nail
B A wooden ruler
C A plastic spoon
D A glass rod
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Step 1: To light the bulb, the circuit must be closed. Step 2: This requires an electrical conductor to bridge the gap. Step 3: Metals are good electrical conductors. An iron nail is made of metal. Step 4: Wood, plastic, and glass are electrical insulators.

Correct answer: An iron nail

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