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## [What is a Photoresistor?](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-photoresistor)

 BY [Megan Hemmings](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/author/megan-hemmings) 3/8/18 6:24 AM

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 So you have an idea for a project, but it requires the end product to react to the light around it...whatever will you do? Luckily there is a simple component that can be used to make this happen: a ... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-photoresistor)

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## [What is a Jumper Wire?](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-jumper-wire)

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 Jumper wires are extremely handy components to have on hand, especially when prototyping. But what are they?... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-jumper-wire)

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## [What is a Resistor?](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-resistor)

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 Resistors are crucial components in just about every circuit, but how much do you actually know about them? We’re taking a look at this basic electronic component to figure out what they are and how ... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-resistor)

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## [What is an LED?](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-an-led)

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 It seems that everything these days has an LED in it. But what are LEDs, and why are they so popular? Let’s take a look.... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-an-led)

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## [What is a Breadboard?](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-breadboard)

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 Breadboards are essential tools when learning electronics or prototyping new designs. But what exactly are they? Let's take a closer look.... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/what-is-a-breadboard)

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## [A Guide to Development Boards for Educators: Microprocessors vs. Microcontrollers](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/a-guide-to-development-boards-for-educators-microprocessors-vs-microcontrollers)

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 The world of development boards in the hobbyist and educational market is exploding; every year there are new boards with new chips — cheaper, faster and with more bells and whistles. Some of the ... [Continue reading](https://blog.sparkfuneducation.com/a-guide-to-development-boards-for-educators-microprocessors-vs-microcontrollers)

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