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A switch is used as a convenient way to connect or disconnect an electrical circuit. When the switch is "open", the air or other insulation prevents electricity from flowing. When the switch is "closed", the conductive parts are touching each other and allow electricity to flow easily.

Switches are rated according to the amount of voltage and current they can handle. For instance, an ordinary light switch could not handle 10,000 volts at 15 amps, but might easily handle 120 volts at 15 amps.

Semiconductor "switches" are often called "transistors".

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