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Dielectric

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Some things do not let electricity flow.

Capacitor schematic with dielectric.svg
Capacitor schematic with dielectric.svg
These things can still hold a charge. The tiny parts inside move just a little bit. This helps store energy for later. It helps our tools work well. Can you find things that do not use electricity?

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